SAN DIEGO — High surf is bringing the return of King tides to San Diego County this week, prompting high surf and coastal flooding advisories for San Diego's coastline.
What are King tides?
"A king tide is a non-scientific term people often use to describe exceptionally high tides. Tides are long-period waves that roll around the planet as the ocean is "pulled" back and forth by the moon's and the sun's gravitational pull as these bodies interact with the Earth in their monthly and yearly orbits," according to the National Ocean Service.
Be mindful if you're in Sunset Cliffs or other bluff areas. Lifeguards advise to not go out on wet cliffs.
Tidal overflow will also be a hazard as the high surf is coupled with morning high tides between 5 to 6 feet, CBS 8's Weather Department reports.
High surf
A High Surf Advisory will also go into effect on Wednesday evening as large breaking waves return to our coastline. These large waves will coincide with the return of King Tides due to the New Moon phase on Thursday. The extra pull on the morning high tide on Thursday will lead to coastal flood concerns.
Advisories
Coastal Food Advisory | San Diego County Coastal Areas
Jan. 12 at 6:00 a.m. until Jan. 12 at 12:00 p.m.
Frost Advisory | San Diego County Deserts, Inland Valleys
Jan. 11 at 10:00 p.m. until Jan. 12 at 8:00 a.m
WATCH: King Tides along Mission Beach
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