Heavy rain was expected to spread eastward across San Diego County Tuesday, with strong gusts this morning, but warmer weather should creep in by midweek into the weekend, forecasters said.

A wind advisory will be in effect from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday for coastal and valley areas, including Oceanside, Poway, Carlsbad, San Marcos, Vista, San Diego, Chula Vista, Encinitas, National City, Escondido, La Mesa, Santee and El Cajon.

Officials said to be cautious of unsecured objects, tree limbs that could be blown down and possible power outages, according to the National Weather Service.

The mountains should see some afternoon showers, with highs ranging from the 50s to 60s, while deserts could also see chances of showers. Highs will be in the 70s.

Downtown San Diego expected a chance of s

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