Louisiana – Red taillights blur through shallow fog, moisture beads on windshields, and visibility drops quickly along area roadways early as southwest Louisiana starts the morning under misty conditions. Temperatures sit near 44 degrees in Lake Charles, with humidity at saturation and calm winds allowing fog to thicken before sunrise.
According to the National Weather Service, fog and mist may reduce visibility to around one mile at times early, especially near I-10, Highway 14, and low-lying routes close to waterways. Conditions improve steadily by midmorning as sunshine takes hold and temperatures climb into the low 70s.
Drivers should slow down and use low-beam headlights through the morning commute. Bridges and ramps may feel damp but are not expected to ice. Once fog lifts, travel improves quickly and remains smooth through the afternoon.
Tonight stays mild, with patchy fog redeveloping late and lows near the mid-50s. Monday continues the warming trend. Morning fog gives way to mostly sunny skies, pushing highs into the mid-70s. Light southwest winds help mix the air and limit fog duration later in the day.
By Tuesday, fog becomes more widespread again during the early hours, especially before sunrise. Highs remain near the mid-70s as clouds increase. While the day stays mostly dry, the pattern begins to shift toward unsettled weather.
Wednesday brings the next change. A slight chance of showers develops during the afternoon, with highs climbing toward the upper 70s. Rain coverage remains scattered, but brief downpours could create slick roads for a time.
Looking into the 6–10 day outlook, above-normal temperatures remain likely across southwest Louisiana. Additional rain chances appear late week, but no cold air intrusions are expected. February’s winter chill continues to fade as a prolonged thaw settles in.
Driving early this morning or dealing with fog near your neighborhood? Let us know what conditions look like where you are.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Lake Charles, Louisiana
Today: Fog early, then sunny. High 72°F.
Monday: Patchy fog early, mostly sunny. High 74°F.
Tuesday: Dense fog early, then mostly cloudy. High 74°F.
Wednesday: Slight chance of showers, warm. High 77°F.
Thursday: Mostly cloudy, warm. High 77°F.
