San Diego Gas Prices Jump 52 Cents in One Month
San Diego drivers paid $5.49 for the cheapest gallon on Sunday, up significantly from September levels due to refinery disruptions.
Key points
- San Diego gas prices rose 52 cents in one month, with the average climbing 17 cents weekly.
- The cheapest gallon in San Diego cost $5.49 on Sunday, while the most expensive hit $8.74.
- GasBuddy analysts attribute the rise to Russian refinery strikes and Great Lakes operational issues.
The average gas price in San Diego climbed 52 cents over the past month. This sharp increase reflects immediate pressure on local consumers.
Experts at GasBuddy reported a 17-cent weekly rise in the regional average. The national diesel average also surged 30.7 cents to reach $6.49.
Regional price ranges remain wide
The cheapest gasoline in San Diego was listed at $5.49 per gallon. The most expensive option reached $8.74, creating a significant gap.
California’s lowest price stood at $4.39, while the highest matched San Diego’s peak. This data comes from GasBuddy’s tracking system.
Refinery strikes drive the increase
Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis, cited Russian refinery strikes as a cause. He also noted operational issues in the Great Lakes region.
De Haan stated that new Houthi attacks add uncertainty to the market. Fresh U.S.-Iran escalations further complicate the global supply outlook.
Historical comparison shows rapid escalation
On September 21, the San Diego average was $4.74 per gallon. The national average stood at $3.14 on that same date.
The current spike marks a stark departure from those September figures. Drivers face higher costs as these geopolitical factors persist.
