Did San Diego Drown Today? An In-Depth Look at Rainfall (That Won't Put You to Sleep)
Let's face it, San Diego isn't exactly known for its dramatic weather. More sunshine than a pack of Smurfs hanging out at Coachella, right? Well, folks, buckle up, because Mother Nature decided to throw San Diego a curveball in the form of rain. But how much rain are we talking about? Enough to warrant building an ark? Let's dive in, shall we?
Rain Gauge Roulette: Did Your Neighborhood Float Away?
Okay, maybe not that dramatic, but there were definitely some variations in rainfall across San Diego. Think of it like a game of Rain Gauge Roulette! While some areas got a good soaking (we're looking at you, Point Loma, with a whopping 4.5 inches!), others got a bit less.
Here's a quick rundown:
- High Rollers: Point Loma (4.5 inches), Kearny Mesa (3.34 inches), San Diego International Airport (3.32 inches)
- Middle of the Road: Miramar Lake (2.85 inches), Montgomery Field (3.01 inches)
- Lucky Ducks: Escondido (2.72 inches), Poway (2.47 inches) phew
Important Note: These are just some reported totals. If your basement looks like an indoor lagoon, well, that's a whole other story.
So, Did We Break Any Records?
Not quite! San Diego gets most of its rain between October and September, averaging around 10 inches a year. This little downpour definitely helped bump up those numbers, but we're still far from a record-breaker.
That being said, social media definitely went into overdrive with some pretty hilarious #SanDiegoRain tweets.
#SanDiegoRain favorites include:
- "My pool just texted me asking if it needed to bring an umbrella."
- "Pretty sure I saw a mermaid at the traffic light."
- "Does anyone know if boats are street legal now?"
FAQ: You Asked, We Answered (Kinda)
How to:
- Avoid becoming a human car wash? Grab an umbrella (or, you know, a pool floatie if things get dire).
- Turn your frown upside down (because rain can be romantic!) Light some candles, put on some Marvin Gaye, and cuddle up with your favorite person (or pet fish, no judgement).
- Channel your inner meteorologist? The National Weather Service [National Weather Service] website has all the latest on rain accumulation and forecasts.
- Stock up on raincoats...like, yesterday? Well, maybe not for next time, but hey, always good to be prepared, right?
- Build a friendship with your local storm drain? Probably not necessary, but if you hear your bathtub singing opera, it might be a good idea to check things out.
