May 6, 2025
San Diegans are used to sunny skies + warm weather, but we’re heading into the mist of a darker season. “May Gray” and “June Gloom” are upon us, which means just that — expect dreary skies or occasional sprinkles. How dare you, SD.
While we’re familiar with this annual weather pattern, we want to shed light on the science behind the phenomenon and brainstorm ways to survive the grays.
The darker skies are a result of the marine layer, which occurs due to temperature inversion. Normally, air temperatures decrease with height, but the ocean makes air at the sea-surface cooler than higher elevations, which produces the dreaded fog.
Depending on temperatures and severity, each day is different — so grab those sunglasses and an umbrella. Sometimes the marine layer extends up to 80 miles inland with some drizzle, but some days it’s clear skies and a perfect time to hit up local beaches.
Foggy skies will often rain supreme in May and June, but that shouldn’t dampen all of your plans. Here’s a sprinkling of ideas to help you combat these darker days.
It’s a common mist-conception that the marine layer ends in June, but terms like “No-Sky July” + “Fogust” exist for a reason. However, foggy days become less common in July as sea-surface temperatures rise and winds decrease.
You might see some July showers or a gray August morning, but don’t worry — the sun won’t be gone for too long. Pretty soon, you’ll be right back on the beach, wearing those flip-flops and straw hat like a true San Diegan.
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