Eureka, Calif. – Fog will blanket much of the Humboldt Bay region Friday night, creating hazards for drivers heading into Saturday morning. Visibility could drop quickly along U.S. 101, making commutes and weekend travel risky in dense patches.
According to the National Weather Service in Eureka, drizzle will mix with fog overnight Friday, holding temperatures near 55 degrees. Light winds may not clear the haze until late morning Saturday. Drivers should allow extra time, use headlights in low visibility, and watch for sudden slowdowns near coastal stretches of U.S. 101.
Saturday brings slightly brighter skies with highs in the mid-60s, though patchy fog will return by nightfall. Winds from the west may help briefly, but conditions remain calm overnight. Sunday is the bigger concern, with a 40 percent chance of rain expected after 11 p.m. in Eureka and nearby Arcata. Showers could disrupt late-weekend plans, particularly for evening events.
Humboldt County residents should prepare for damp roadways and possible delays. Charging devices, keeping flashlights handy, and limiting non-essential travel during foggy stretches are all advised. Rainfall amounts remain light, but wet pavement and reduced visibility increase accident risks, especially on curving rural highways.
Looking ahead, rain chances grow stronger into early next week, with cooler temperatures and persistent overnight fog. Residents planning outdoor activities should keep umbrellas nearby and monitor updates as conditions shift quickly.
Five Day Forecast for Eureka, California
- Saturday: Morning fog, then mostly sunny. High 65°F.
- Sunday: Cloudy with rain chances late. High 67°F.
- Monday: Rain likely at night, otherwise cloudy. High 67°F.
- Tuesday: Chance of rain with patchy fog. High 65°F.
- Wednesday: Continued chance of rain, cloudy skies. High 64°F.
