Eureka, CA – Drivers along U.S. 101 in Northern California could wake to dense fog Wednesday morning, followed by a stretch of mild, sunny days across the North Coast.
According to the National Weather Service in Eureka, fog will linger into the early hours of Wednesday, especially before 11 a.m., before clearing to reveal partly sunny skies and highs near 62°F. Winds will remain light and variable, shifting northwest between 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon. While visibility will improve by midday, travelers should expect slowdowns early on due to reduced sightlines—particularly near the coastline and low-lying inland valleys.
By Wednesday night, patchy fog will return after 8 p.m., with calm winds and a low around 50°F. Thursday brings more sunshine and a slight warm-up, with highs nearing 64°F. Winds will pick up slightly, reaching 10 mph out of the north-northwest by late afternoon.
Friday through Sunday remains mostly clear and seasonally mild. Highs will hover in the mid-to-upper 60s during the day, dipping into the low 50s at night. A light marine layer could return at times but will not impact travel significantly.
Five-Day Outlook:
- Wednesday: Patchy fog early, then partly sunny. High near 62°F.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 64°F.
- Friday: Clear and mild. High near 67°F.
- Saturday: Morning fog, then sun. High near 65°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high around 62°F.
