Check Otay Mesa border wait times by lane, recent history, update status, nearby crossings, camera links, weather notes, and alerts before driving.
Page checked: Sep 1, 11:37 PM PDT

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History shown: Oct 2010 to Sep 2026. Use it as context beside the current wait.
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66 summarized readings for this view.
Average: 131 minutes at Sep 2026. Low 10 minutes, high 131 minutes.
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| Data | Dunvale wait history |
|---|---|
| Coverage | Oct 2010 to Sep 2026 |
| Points | 66 |
| Rules | Cite data, range, visible update time, and any coverage note. |
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