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Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

CatsyCline — Sat, 23 Mar 2024 15:18:15 GMT

what do you SoCal gals wear in April ? heading to San Diego.

Is it Beach weather in April? are sandals, shorts and sundresses appropriate?

i'm coming from the Northeast we still wear a lot of fleece in the spring. some days are pleasant but April is the cruelest month here haha

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

Love to Run — Sat, 23 Mar 2024 15:28:53 GMT

Southern Californians, at least those I know, don't change wardrobes according to the season. We wear what the weather suggests. Check the weather before your trip and wear your shorts and sandals if it's in the 70's. Always take a jacket with you for cool evenings. Enjoy!

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

chickenbone — Sat, 23 Mar 2024 15:31:01 GMT

I've been here since '84 from CT. Plan on jeans / pants & a pair of shorts. Real nice weather doesn't start until July anymore.

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shelbyshelbyshelby — Sat, 23 Mar 2024 15:33:03 GMT

You got it right on what to wear . We are having crazy weather at this time . Casual wear for day time and a cute dress , crops , top and a sweater for night time .

Have fun and enjoy Southern California .

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

CatsyCline — Sat, 23 Mar 2024 15:50:36 GMT

Thank you!!

Can't wait to go! i was in SD in Coronado area in early January almost 30 years ago! it was a business conference held at Hotel Del so we spent most of the time in meetings. one day was T-shirt weather! walked on the beach barefoot! Sun for days...

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

icezeus — Sat, 23 Mar 2024 16:47:26 GMT

As others have suggested, check the weather before heading out. Normally, we have pretty good weather during the month of April, it's not going to be overly hot yet, but we have been having rain off and on since February.

A light jacket for the evenings, will definitely be warranted.

Enjoy your visit. I love San Diego, I was stationed there when I was in the Navy.

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

Nancy Drew — Sat, 23 Mar 2024 17:43:09 GMT

I was stationed at NAS Coronado. Everyone loved the weather because they came from different states. It was always too cold for me because I came from the San Fernando Valley. Too me San Deigo is cold in April.

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

lgfan — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 14:33:35 GMT

Sundresses and sandals would be appropriate. You also need to bring some sweaters because even though it might be warm during the day it can get cold at night.

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

Tinkrbl44 — Sat, 23 Mar 2024 21:00:18 GMT

@CatsyCline wrote:
what do you SoCal gals wear in April ? heading to San Diego.

Is it Beach weather in April? are sandals, shorts and sundresses appropriate?

i'm coming from the Northeast we still wear a lot of fleece in the spring. some days are pleasant but April is the cruelest month here haha

@CatsyCline

Go to weather.com and look at the 30 day forecast for that zip code.

IMO, it's always best to have a variety of things and rely on layers, as is done in cooler regions. The closer you are to the water, the cooler it gets at night.

Just as an example .... last week, all week, it was in the low 70s in Los Angeles.

Today the high is 62 degrees and the low tonight will be 47.

Yesterday I ran errands and wore knee length shorts and a polo-type shirt. Last night when I got home I put on my light weight fleece because it was "chilly".

HTH

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

LuvSoCal — Sun, 24 Mar 2024 03:01:36 GMT

@CatsyCline wrote:
Thank you!!

Can't wait to go! i was in SD in Coronado area in early January almost 30 years ago! it was a business conference held at Hotel Del so we spent most of the time in meetings. one day was T-shirt weather! walked on the beach barefoot! Sun for days...

@CatsyCline I wouldn't plan on warm weather. It's raining this weekend and more forecasted for Easter weekend, unfortunately. April can be quite cool so bring jeans and sweaters. I agree that it would be a good idea to check the weather reports beforehand. I hope you're able to enjoy some nice weather while you're here, in which case, the sundress and sandals will come in handy. I hope you get over to Coronado again...it's one of my favorite places to spend the day.

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

Twoaces — Sun, 24 Mar 2024 13:11:06 GMT

LuvSoCal is exactly right. Any given day can be cool and rainy at least through April. We can also get lucky and have periods of warm days. The nights are always cool. So, check weather forecasts, then prepare to layer or unlayer accordingly. Have a wonderful visit! Hope to see you at the Safari Park!

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

CatsyCline — Sun, 24 Mar 2024 15:47:03 GMT

yeeks...was hoping for nice balmy breezes.i'll be there

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

CatsyCline — Sun, 24 Mar 2024 16:04:12 GMT

ooohh...was hoping for nice balmy breezes. will be heading out there in late April, mostly to see my grandbabies! last year they were Terrible Twos. family in the Northwest...march was so cold!!

Safari Park looks amazing! and definately want to see the beaches, Hotel Del and Coronado. and La Jolla! and there's a Marshall's in Solano Beach rumored to be adventure shopping!

i do look at SD Live webcam pretty much daily. so interesting especially when the Carriers come into port.. and Yachts and Container ships. OK now i'm getting excited!

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

qbetzforreal — Sun, 24 Mar 2024 16:10:32 GMT

@CatsyCline- pack a lightweight jacket and an umbrella. We haven't had winter in quite sometimes and it seems to be lingering longer. We're having more rainy days.

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

Twoaces — Sun, 24 Mar 2024 18:49:10 GMT

An extra note to you. If you are with grand babies, the Zoo could be a better choice if they are quite young. There is a fantastic Explorer Base Camp designed specifically for kids....lots of animals and play areas. The animals at the Zoo are in habitats that make them easier and closer for little ones to see. Both the Zoo and Safari Park are a part of the same organization, San Diego Soo Wildlife Alliance. I love them both.

Other attractions well worth visiting are the Midway aircraft carrier, and Birch Aquarium.

i hope you have a wonderful time!

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

CatsyCline — Sun, 24 Mar 2024 21:41:50 GMT

@Twoaces wrote:
An extra note to you. If you are with grand babies, the Zoo could be a better choice if they are quite young. There is a fantastic Explorer Base Camp designed specifically for kids....lots of animals and play areas. The animals at the Zoo are in habitats that make them easier and closer for little ones to see. Both the Zoo and Safari Park are a part of the same organization, San Diego Soo Wildlife Alliance. I love them both.
Other attractions well worth visiting are the Midway aircraft carrier, and Birch Aquarium.

i hope you have a wonderful time!

@Twoaces @qbetzforreal @LuvSoCal @Tinkrbl44 @chickenbone @lgfan @icezeus @LuvSoCal @shelbyshelbyshelby @Tinkrbl44 @lgfan @Nancy Drew@Love to Run

hopei dint forget anyone!! thank yu so much and thanx for the tips! i guess we'll play it by ear i think they went to a park recently, they sent pics with seals and other animals maybe it was the Aquarium.

they enjoy eating out with the kids who are very well-behaved at restaurants. would like to go to Bali Hai restaurant . some reviews say kid-friendly but...anything they like will be fine!

they are so busy with the kids and work its like pulling teeth sometimes to get some ideas about what to pack!

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

LuvSoCal — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 04:22:23 GMT

@CatsyCline wrote:
ooohh...was hoping for nice balmy breezes. will be heading out there in late April, mostly to see my grandbabies! last year they were Terrible Twos. family in the Northwest...march was so cold!!

Safari Park looks amazing! and definately want to see the beaches, Hotel Del and Coronado. and La Jolla! and there's a Marshall's in Solano Beach rumored to be adventure shopping!

i do look at SD Live webcam pretty much daily. so interesting especially when the Carriers come into port.. and Yachts and Container ships. OK now i'm getting excited!

@CatsyCline If you can, consider having lunch or brunch at La Valencia hotel in La Jolla...Very picturesque right above the ocean.

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

icezeus — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 20:06:06 GMT

@CatsyCline wrote:
@Twoaces wrote:
An extra note to you. If you are with grand babies, the Zoo could be a better choice if they are quite young. There is a fantastic Explorer Base Camp designed specifically for kids....lots of animals and play areas. The animals at the Zoo are in habitats that make them easier and closer for little ones to see. Both the Zoo and Safari Park are a part of the same organization, San Diego Soo Wildlife Alliance. I love them both.
Other attractions well worth visiting are the Midway aircraft carrier, and Birch Aquarium.

i hope you have a wonderful time!

@Twoaces @qbetzforreal @LuvSoCal @Tinkrbl44  @chickenbone  @lgfan @icezeus @LuvSoCal @shelbyshelbyshelby @Tinkrbl44 @lgfan @Nancy Drew@Love to Run

hopei dint forget anyone!! thank yu so much and thanx for the tips! i guess we'll play it by ear i think they went to a park recently, they sent pics with seals and other animals maybe it was the Aquarium.

they enjoy eating out with the kids who are very well-behaved at restaurants. would like to go to Bali Hai restaurant . some reviews say kid-friendly but...anything they like will be fine!

they are so busy with the kids and work its like pulling teeth sometimes to get some ideas about what to pack!

@CatsyCline

I am wondering if they went to Sea World which is located in San Diego. When you mentioned the Seals that's the first thought that popped into my head.

I have been to the Bali Hai restaurant at least 10 years ago. I went with other adults, and then we took a ferry over to Coronado. We went during the work week for lunch, and it was perfect timing—not overcrowded.

I would go with the kids; it's a restaurant.

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

CatsyCline — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 23:49:26 GMT

@icezeus wrote:
@CatsyCline wrote:
@Twoaces wrote:
An extra note to you. If you are with grand babies, the Zoo could be a better choice if they are quite young. There is a fantastic Explorer Base Camp designed specifically for kids....lots of animals and play areas. The animals at the Zoo are in habitats that make them easier and closer for little ones to see. Both the Zoo and Safari Park are a part of the same organization, San Diego Soo Wildlife Alliance. I love them both.
Other attractions well worth visiting are the Midway aircraft carrier, and Birch Aquarium.

i hope you have a wonderful time!

@Twoaces @qbetzforreal @LuvSoCal @Tinkrbl44  @chickenbone  @lgfan @icezeus @LuvSoCal @shelbyshelbyshelby @Tinkrbl44 @lgfan @Nancy Drew@Love to Run

hopei dint forget anyone!! thank yu so much and thanx for the tips! i guess we'll play it by ear i think they went to a park recently, they sent pics with seals and other animals maybe it was the Aquarium.

they enjoy eating out with the kids who are very well-behaved at restaurants. would like to go to Bali Hai restaurant . some reviews say kid-friendly but...anything they like will be fine!

they are so busy with the kids and work its like pulling teeth sometimes to get some ideas about what to pack!
@CatsyCline
I am wondering if they went to Sea World which is located in San Diego. When you mentioned the Seals that's the first thought that popped into my head.

I have been to the Bali Hai restaurant at least 10 years ago. I went with other adults, and then we took a ferry over to Coronado. We went during the work week for lunch, and it was perfect timing—not overcrowded.

I would go with the kids; it's a restaurant.

@icezeus yes it was Sea World ...got confused. i think they've hit all the attractions since they arrived in September! everything is so close by. even SAN is just 20 min away v. the 2 hrs to/from SeaTac .

Re: Southern California Girls...Spring Fashions?

icezeus — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 02:06:49 GMT

@CatsyCline wrote:
@icezeus wrote:
@CatsyCline wrote:
@Twoaces wrote:
An extra note to you. If you are with grand babies, the Zoo could be a better choice if they are quite young. There is a fantastic Explorer Base Camp designed specifically for kids....lots of animals and play areas. The animals at the Zoo are in habitats that make them easier and closer for little ones to see. Both the Zoo and Safari Park are a part of the same organization, San Diego Soo Wildlife Alliance. I love them both.
Other attractions well worth visiting are the Midway aircraft carrier, and Birch Aquarium.

i hope you have a wonderful time!

@Twoaces @qbetzforreal @LuvSoCal @Tinkrbl44  @chickenbone  @lgfan @icezeus @LuvSoCal @shelbyshelbyshelby @Tinkrbl44 @lgfan @Nancy Drew@Love to Run

hopei dint forget anyone!! thank yu so much and thanx for the tips! i guess we'll play it by ear i think they went to a park recently, they sent pics with seals and other animals maybe it was the Aquarium.

they enjoy eating out with the kids who are very well-behaved at restaurants. would like to go to Bali Hai restaurant . some reviews say kid-friendly but...anything they like will be fine!

they are so busy with the kids and work its like pulling teeth sometimes to get some ideas about what to pack!
@CatsyCline
I am wondering if they went to Sea World which is located in San Diego. When you mentioned the Seals that's the first thought that popped into my head.

I have been to the Bali Hai restaurant at least 10 years ago. I went with other adults, and then we took a ferry over to Coronado. We went during the work week for lunch, and it was perfect timing—not overcrowded.

I would go with the kids; it's a restaurant.
@icezeus yes it was Sea World ...got confused. i think they've hit all the attractions since they arrived in September! everything is so close by. even SAN is just 20 min away v. the 2 hrs to/from SeaTac .

@CatsyCline

Check out LegoLand that is located in Carlsbad. They may have already taken the kids, since you mentioned that they have hit all of the attractions. I use to take my niece there, when she was a little girl. She is now 30 years old, where did the time go?