Eureka, Calif. – Drivers in Humboldt County should prepare for slick pavement and reduced visibility this weekend as light rain and patchy fog continue through Sunday. Caltrans urges caution on U.S. 101, especially during late-night and early-morning hours when fog thickens and drizzle dampens roadways.
According to the National Weather Service in Eureka, a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms will remain in play through Friday night before transitioning into patchy fog Saturday morning. Highs will hover in the mid-60s, with nighttime lows dipping into the low to mid-50s. Winds stay calm but could shift north by Sunday afternoon.
Weekend travelers should plan for slower commutes and allow extra time on major routes, including U.S. 101 near Arcata and Fortuna. Visibility could quickly drop in coastal zones, especially during overnight hours. Residents are advised to use headlights in fog, keep extra distance between vehicles, and avoid unnecessary late-night travel.
Conditions begin to improve late Sunday into Monday as skies clear and drier air returns. Highs remain seasonable in the mid-60s with cooler nights. By midweek, the region stabilizes under mostly sunny skies, offering a welcome break after damp mornings.
Warnings are limited for now, but additional advisories are possible if fog thickens or rainfall intensifies. Residents should monitor local updates and prepare for sudden changes.
Five Day Forecast for Eureka, Calif.
- Saturday: Patchy fog then partly sunny, high near 66. Low around 55.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 65. Low near 54.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 65. Low near 53.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 66. Low around 56.
- Wednesday: Slight chance of rain, high near 68. Low near 54.
