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Rare May Rain Dampens San Diego Wildfire Risk, Brings Cooler Winds

5/27/2026

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A rare late-May rain, forecast by the National Weather Service as a low-pressure system delivering scattered showers and a marine layer, is expected to wet chaparral and lower wildfire risk in San Diego County.
San Diego International Airport recorded 0.16 inches of rain this month, 0.09 inches below average.
A wind advisory warns of 20-35 mph winds gusting to 65 mph, while inland highs will be 10-15 °F below normal through Thursday.

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A rare late-May rain, forecast by the National Weather Service as a low-pressure system delivering scattered showers and a marine layer, is expected to wet chaparral and lower wildfire risk in San Diego County.
San Diego International Airport recorded 0.16 inches of rain this month, 0.09 inches below average.
A wind advisory warns of 20-35 mph winds gusting to 65 mph, while inland highs will be 10-15 °F below normal through Thursday.