Today's barometric pressure in San Diego, a 48-hour pressure chart, and a migraine risk score based on pressure drops, humidity, and temperature changes.
San Diego has some of the most stable barometric pressure in the country, making it relatively migraine-friendly. However, Santa Ana events and occasional Pacific storms can still cause notable pressure swings for sensitive individuals.
Worst season for migraines: December through February. San Diego has some of the most stable barometric pressure in the continental US for most of the year. Winter Pacific storms bring the only significant pressure drops, and Santa Ana events occasionally reach the coast with dry, offshore pressure changes.
Common triggers in San Diego: Santa Ana wind events, winter Pacific storm fronts, marine layer transitions. San Diego's protected harbor and consistent Pacific high pressure make it one of the more favorable climates for migraine sufferers. However, the city is not immune to weather triggers, and individuals who relocate here from more volatile climates may find their threshold for pressure sensitivity actually decreases over time.
Typical pressure: San Diego averages 1016 hPa at rest, measured at the city's own elevation rather than corrected to sea level, and storm systems can push readings down to 1004 hPa. Swings of 6-10 hPa over 24 hours are common during active weather and fall within the range most associated with pressure-triggered migraines.
Can San Diego weather trigger migraines?
Yes. San Diego experiences 6-10 hPa barometric pressure swings, and research shows pressure drops are one of the most common migraine triggers. The city's specific patterns include Santa Ana wind events, winter Pacific storm fronts, marine layer transitions.
What time of year are migraines worst in San Diego?
In San Diego the most barometrically volatile stretch of the year falls in December through February. That is when weather is most likely to play a part, if weather is a trigger for you at all.
How do I track migraine triggers in San Diego?
Use MigrAid to log your attacks with one tap. The app automatically records barometric pressure, temperature, and humidity at the time of each migraine, then finds patterns between your attacks and San Diego's weather conditions over time.
Loading live forecast for San Diego...
Is it really the weather?
Weather gets blamed for a lot of migraines, but it's hard to know if it's really behind yours. The MigrAid app saves the barometric pressure with every migraine you log, so after a few weeks you can see whether San Diego's swings actually line up with your attacks, and get a heads-up on days that match your pattern.