San Diego CA Metro 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

There are many reasons why retirees are drawn to active adult communities in the San Diego area, and the climate is certainly high on the list. The San Diego area lies between a Mediterranean climate to the north and a semi-arid climate to the south and east. This leaves the area with beautiful weather, including warm, dry summers and cool, but mild winters.

San Diego is considered as having one of the best summer climates in America. Like the rest of Southern California, San Diego’s coastal location provides the area with several microclimates. During the early summer, the beach usually has a thick marine layer, creating a cloudy, foggy effect while, five miles inland, the sun shines brightly. The coast also serves as a moderating influence for San Diego active adults and, on average, experiences less temperature fluctuations than those further inland.

San Diego lies on approximately 200 deep canyons and hills separated by mesas, creating a hilly landscape throughout the city. Residents of active adult communities in the San Diego area also enjoy fabulous views of the mountain peaks that include Cowles Mountain, Black Mountain, the Cuyamaca Mountains, and the Laguna Mountains. Active adults in the San Diego area can also enjoy the Cleveland National Forest which is just thirty minutes away.