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Marine Weather Statement
Issued: 5:55 AM Dec. 24, 2025 – National Weather Service
A strong area of low pressure will bring dangerous marine conditions to the coastal waters of San Diego early Wednesday through late Thursday. Gusty south to southeast winds starting this afternoon strengthen to widespread gale force winds over the inner coastal waters by very early Wednesday, with another round of strong winds possible Thursday into Friday. The strong winds will bring dangerous and very steep, choppy seas. The storm will also bring the threat of thunderstorms, some of which could be strong, with locally damaging winds. Conditions are also favorable for isolated waterspouts. Monitor NOAA Weather Radio for the latest information, forecasts, and warnings. This will likely be a dangerous storm and mariners should exercise extreme caution and are urged to remain in safe harbor for the duration of the storm.
Flood Watch
Issued: 5:29 AM Dec. 24, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM PST WEDNESDAY THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of Southwest California, including the following areas, San Diego County Coastal Areas, San Diego County Deserts, San Diego County Mountains and San Diego County Valleys. * WHEN...From 4 AM PST Wednesday through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - An Atmospheric River will likely bring widespread moderate to heavy rain to the area Wednesday. Heaviest most widespread rain is expected late Wednesday morning continuing through the evening. Peak rainfall rates of 0.50 to 1 inch per hour are expected. There is a potential for locally heavier hourly rainfall rates to develop with convection embedded in the main rain band or in thunderstorms after the main band passes. Isolated heavy showers could continue into Thursday but impacts from any additional rain are expected to be more localized. - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. &&
High Surf Advisory
Issued: 5:28 AM Dec. 24, 2025 – National Weather Service
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING UNTIL 11 AM PST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet with local sets to 9 feet, highest for south-facing beaches. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 11 AM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor tidal overflow and coastal flooding possible for south-facing beaches through Wednesday, especially during high tides, due to strong southerly winds. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. &&
Gale Warning
Issued: 5:26 AM Dec. 24, 2025 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and steep combined seas 6 to 9 ft. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from San Mateo Point to the Mexican Border and out to 10 nm, and waters from San Mateo Point to the Mexican Border Extending 10 to 60 nm out, including San Clemente Island. * WHEN...Now until 4 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will strenghten to levels hazardous to small craft tonight, then to gale force Wednesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. &&
Wind Advisory
Issued: 5:20 AM Dec. 24, 2025 – National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 10 PM PST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 30 to 40 mph expected, locally up to 45 mph possible at the beaches. * WHERE...Orange County Coastal Areas, Orange County Inland Areas, San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire, San Diego County Coastal Areas, San Diego County Valleys, and Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 10 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds for Orange County and the Inland Empire will be in the morning to early afternoon. Strongest winds for San Diego county will be mid to late morning into the evening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. &&
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