3
Moderate
Winter Storm Risk in San Diego, CA
Risk Level: Moderate — Score 3/10
FEMA: 3Historical: 3
Key Risk Factors
- 1 events on record in proximity
- 1 event(s) in the last 12 months
- Average annual frequency: 3.7 events per year
Peak season: December-March
Last significant event: Winter Weather - San Diego County Mountains, California, United States (2026-02-17) — 16,400 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Winter Storms
San Diego is not in the top 10 for winter storm risk among tracked cities.
How San Diego Compares
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Notable Winter Storm Events Near San Diego
Winter Weather - San Diego County Mountains, California, United States
February 16, 2026 — ADVISORY
16,400 people exposed; $1,710M capital exposed
Winter Storm Preparedness Tips
- 1.Stock emergency supplies including extra blankets, food, water, and medications
- 2.Insulate pipes and know how to shut off water in case of pipe bursts
- 3.Keep your vehicle's gas tank at least half full during winter months
- 4.Have alternative heating sources and carbon monoxide detectors
- 5.Stay off roads during ice storms and heavy snow events
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Score: 7/10
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Score: 9/10
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Score: 1/10
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Score: 9/10
Tornado Risk in San Diego
Score: 3/10
Landslide Risk in San Diego
Score: 7/10
Extreme Heat Risk in San Diego
Score: 7/10
Drought Risk in San Diego
Score: 3/10
High Wind Risk in San Diego
Score: 5/10
Tsunami Risk in San Diego
Score: 3/10
Winter Storm Risk in Long Beach, CA
Score: 5/10
Winter Storm Risk in Los Angeles, CA
Score: 5/10
Winter Storm Risk in Las Vegas, NV
Score: 5/10
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