Florida — Headlights blur into halos as dense fog clings to streets and open fields across the Big Bend.
Early this morning, widespread dense fog blankets Tallahassee, sharply reducing visibility before sunrise. Temperatures hover near 51 degrees, with calm winds allowing fog to thicken in low spots and near wooded areas. Drivers may encounter sudden visibility drops along Capital Circle, U.S. 27, and local residential roads.
Fog gradually lifts after sunrise, though pockets may linger into mid-morning. Once it clears, clouds thin quickly. Afternoon temperatures surge toward 77 degrees, delivering a springlike December afternoon. To be fair, the warmth feels more like March than Christmas week.
Travel impacts stay focused on the morning hours. Plan extra time if heading out early. Use low-beam headlights and increase following distance until fog dissipates. Conditions improve rapidly by late morning.
Tonight remains quiet and mild. Temperatures dip into the low 50s, setting the stage for another foggy start Friday. Meteorologists continue tracking repeated fog development due to light winds and lingering moisture.
Friday follows a similar pattern. Widespread morning fog gives way to mostly sunny skies. Highs reach the mid-70s, with light winds offering comfortable outdoor conditions by afternoon. Fog fades quickly once daylight strengthens.
The weekend stays calm and warm. Saturday and Sunday bring partly sunny skies and highs near 77 to 78 degrees. Nights remain mild, with lows close to 59 degrees. Morning fog remains possible but less widespread by Sunday.
Looking ahead to Monday, a 30 percent chance of showers develops after midday as clouds increase. Temperatures still reach the mid-70s, keeping travel disruptions minimal.
While much of the country battles winter storms, Tallahassee enjoys a quieter stretch. Still, fog can deteriorate conditions quickly before sunrise. Stay alert, slow down, and let the sunshine do the rest.
