Thunderstorms hit San Diego Friday, bringing rain, lightning and chances for hail in some areas, causing multiple accidents and spin-outs for early morning drivers. A threat for lightning was issued for beaches through 8 a.m. Friday by the National Weather Service. The NWS says any thundersto rm that forms was capable of producing gusty, erratic winds, choppy seas, lightning, and briefly heavy rainfall with reduced visibility. The chance of thunderstorms and any associated hazards was expected to diminish after 8 a.m. Around 2 a.m. showers and isolated thunderstorms came through marine areas, bringing a warning for wind and hail for the county, according to an X post by the NWS. A special weather statement has been issued for San Diego CA, Chula Vista CA and Oceanside CA until 4:30 AM PST https://t.co/IOp0lstX9z— NWS San Diego (@NWSSanDiego) November 13, 2026 The storm prompted other warnings by the NWS, including flood and high surf advisories. The high surf advisory was put in effect from Friday afternoon through Sunday. The advisory warns of dangerous conditions for swimmers and surfers due to waves of up to 9 feet and a high rip current risk. Shower chances will continue through the weekend, but mostly were expected to dry by Sunday, NBC 7 meteorologist Sheena Parveen said. ...read more read less