Florida — Headlights glow softly through a gray veil as drivers ease onto the roads. Moist air clings to pavement, and visibility shrinks without warning. Dense fog has settled across Central Florida, creating a slow and cautious start to the day.
A Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m., covering the Orlando metro and surrounding counties. Visibility may drop to a quarter mile or less, especially on inland routes and near wetlands. Early commuters face sudden visibility changes, making intersections and highway ramps more dangerous.
This morning’s fog forms under calm winds and near-saturated air. Temperatures hover near 59 degrees, matching dew points and allowing fog to thicken quickly before sunrise. Travel along I-4, the Florida Turnpike, and U.S. 27 may slow as drivers adjust to rapidly changing conditions.
Transportation officials urge patience. Slow down, use low-beam headlights, and increase following distance. School drop-offs and early work commutes require extra time. Conditions may improve gradually after sunrise, though pockets of fog could linger through mid-morning.
By late morning, sunshine returns. Fog lifts, skies brighten, and temperatures climb fast. Highs reach the upper 70s this afternoon, delivering a springlike feel for early January 2026. To be fair, fog redevelops again late tonight and early Wednesday, repeating the pattern.
Wednesday starts with patchy fog, then clears quickly. Highs near 78 degrees continue the warm trend. Thursday turns even warmer, pushing into the low 80s, with fog possible again around sunrise. These cycles increase the risk of surprise visibility drops during morning drives.
Looking ahead to the weekend, conditions remain mostly dry and warm. Fog chances persist during overnight and early morning hours, especially in low-lying areas.
Five-Day Outlook for Orlando, Florida
- Today: Dense fog early, sunny later; high 79
- Wednesday: Patchy fog, sunny; high 78
- Thursday: Morning fog, warmer; high 81
- Friday: Sunny and mild; high 83
- Saturday: Mostly sunny; high 82
