California starts the morning under a thick blanket of fog as Sacramento streets glow with brake lights cutting through gray air. Moist pavement, low visibility, and calm winds create a cautious start for commuters heading out early.
According to the National Weather Service, widespread dense fog is affecting the Sacramento area this morning, with visibility reduced to around half a mile or less in spots. Fog may persist into late morning, especially in low-lying neighborhoods and along river corridors. Drivers should expect sudden visibility drops and damp road surfaces.
Travel along I-5, Highway 99, and surface streets could slow during the morning hours. Use low-beam headlights, allow extra stopping distance, and watch closely at intersections. Conditions should gradually improve by late morning as fog thins.
Temperatures remain cool for December, starting near 43 degrees and rising to the low-to-mid 50s later today. A slight chance of showers develops late today, with rain chances increasing tonight and into Wednesday. While rainfall totals stay light, repeated damp days can keep roads slick.
By Wednesday, scattered showers remain possible through the afternoon, followed by a brief lull Wednesday night. Thursday trends mostly cloudy with a lingering shower chance. No valley snow is expected, but colder air nearby keeps a winter feel in the air.
Looking ahead to the extended five-day outlook, showers return Friday and continue into the weekend. Highs hover in the mid-to-upper 50s, while nighttime lows settle into the low-to-mid 50s. While temperatures stay above freezing, black ice remains a concern on bridges and overpasses during early mornings after rain.
Plan extra time for morning travel, keep rain gear handy, and stay alert as December weather continues to shift.
