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How is the traffic in San Diego?

It feels like the traffic in San Diego has gotten worse, but I can’t find anything that confirms it. How bad is the traffic in San Diego?

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Rob Shapiro · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
San Diego is such a great city! The traffic in
San Diego
 is pretty bad—but far from the worst in
California
. It sometimes gets looped in with
Los Angeles
 traffic but it’s nowhere near as bad.
Here are some tips for navigating San Diego traffic:
  • Try to avoid the average rush hour, which is 6:30 am to 8:30 am and 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm
  • Wear sunglasses as it gets really sunny
  • Plan your commute in advance
  • Check weather and traffic reports before you leave
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