San Diego, CA, October 2, 2026 — San Diego County is preparing for a significant and prolonged heat wave expected to commence on Friday. The intense weather pattern is forecast to persist, potentially extending through a second weekend, according to meteorological reports.

Meteorologists are anticipating extreme heat across the region. Coastal areas are projected to experience high temperatures in the 90s. Inland communities are expected to face even more severe conditions, with temperatures likely to exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

In response to the anticipated extreme heat, the National Weather Service has issued an official extreme heat warning for San Diego County. This alert signifies the potential for dangerous conditions associated with prolonged exposure to high temperatures.

The duration of the heat wave is a key concern, with forecasters indicating it could stretch into the following week, impacting residents for an extended period. Further details regarding specific temperature forecasts for individual inland and coastal zones, as well as the exact duration of the warning, were not immediately available.


Story summarized from the original created by Brenda Gregorio-Nieto and Sheena Parveen on www.nbcsandiego.com, see more information here.

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