Sledders wore smooth, slippery paths down the hills. (Photo by Chris Stone/Times of San Diego)
Slightly warmer and drier weather is expected in San Diego County through Saturday, though a few showers could develop over the mountains Friday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service.
High temperatures Thursday are forecast to reach 63 to 66 near the coast, 66 inland, 64 to 69 in the western valleys, 56 to 64 in the mountains and 73 to 77 in the deserts.
A stronger storm system is expected to arrive Sunday and linger into early next week, bringing cooler temperatures, gusty winds and widespread rain across the county.
Periods of moderate to heavy rainfall are possible through midweek, with total precipitation from Sunday through Tuesday ranging from about a half-inch to as much as 3 inches, with higher amounts in the mountains.
More cool and unsettled weather is expected early next week with soaking rain and potentially heavy mountain snow. Precipitation is possible as early as Sunday then rounds of moderate to heavy rain persist through mid next week. pic.twitter.com/eEaBovmmHr
— NWS San Diego (@NWSSanDiego) February 11, 2026
The system could produce the lowest snow levels and highest mountain snowfall of the season so far, the NWS said.
Snow levels are expected to drop around 4,500 to 5,500 feet Monday and Tuesday when the most significant snow is expected to fall. Accumulations could range from several inches to a few feet above 6,500 feet. Even a few inches are possible at the highest peak in San Diego County and Mount Laguna, according to the weather agency.
Windy conditions are also expected early next week, including over coastal and marine areas.Â
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