Florida drivers wake to glowing headlights swallowed by thick fog across northeast Florida.
Visibility drops fast in pockets, turning familiar roads into gray tunnels. A Dense Fog Weather Alert remains in effect through the morning hours.
Dense fog blankets Jacksonville and surrounding communities early today. Visibility may fall to one-quarter mile or less. That makes driving hazardous, especially on bridges, river crossings, and low-lying roadways. Motorists along I-95, I-10, and surface streets should expect sudden visibility changes.
Conditions improve gradually as temperatures rise and fog lifts midmorning. Sunshine returns, and the afternoon turns warm and calm. Highs climb into the upper 70s, an almost springlike feel for January 2026. For now, travel improves and outdoor plans stay in good shape.
Fog may redevelop late tonight and again early Friday. Moist air remains trapped near the surface, setting the stage for reduced visibility around sunrise. Drivers should stay alert during early commutes and allow extra stopping distance.
Friday turns warmer and brighter after morning fog fades. Afternoon highs approach 80 degrees. That warmth continues into Saturday, with sunshine dominating much of the day. Outdoor events benefit, though patchy fog remains possible near dawn.
By late Saturday night and Sunday, weather changes again. A weak system brings increasing clouds and a slight chance of showers. Roads may turn damp at times, though widespread rain is not expected. Temperatures stay mild, with highs near 69 degrees Sunday.
Looking ahead to next week, cooler air arrives behind the system. Monday highs fall into the mid-50s, bringing a more seasonal winter feel back to northeast Florida. Even so, daylight continues to increase, adding noticeable evening light by late January.
Travel tips: slow down in fog, use low-beam headlights, and avoid sudden lane changes this morning.
Five-Day Outlook (Jacksonville, FL)
- Today: Dense fog early, then sunny and warm, high near 77°F
- Friday: Morning fog, then sunny, high near 79°F
- Saturday: Sunny and warm, high near 81°F
- Sunday: Slight chance of showers, high near 69°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny, cooler, high near 54°F
