The average price of a gallon of gas in San Diego County has increased for the 15th consecutive day.
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, Calif. — The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in San Diego County rose Tuesday for the 15th consecutive day and 20th time in 21 days, increasing 1.9 cents to $5.154, its highest amount since Nov. 17.
The average price has risen 24.3 cents over the past 21 days, including one-tenth of a cent Monday, according to figures from the AAA and Oil Price Information Service. It rose five consecutive days, was unchanged March 18 and resumed increasing March 19.
The average price is 12.4 cents more than one week ago, 26.5 cents higher than one month ago and 28.3 cents greater than one year ago. It has dropped $1.281 since rising to a record $6.435 on Oct. 5, 2022.
The national average price dropped …