Florida — Headlights glow through a low gray haze as early travelers move cautiously across Central Florida roads.
Patchy fog has settled across the Orlando and Melbourne region this morning, reducing visibility in spots before sunrise. Temperatures sit near 63 degrees, with calm winds allowing fog to linger in low-lying areas and near lakes.
Through the morning hours, fog gradually lifts. Sunshine quickly takes over, pushing afternoon highs toward 78 to 79 degrees. The air feels mild and almost spring-like, a sharp contrast to winter conditions gripping much of the country.
For now, travel concerns remain brief but important. Reduced visibility may impact stretches of I-4, State Road 528, and surface roads near theme parks and suburban corridors. Drivers should slow down and use low-beam headlights until fog thins.
Tonight stays quiet. Skies remain mostly clear, with temperatures dipping into the mid-50s. Calm winds allow pockets of fog to redevelop by early morning, repeating the pattern for Friday and Saturday.
Friday brings another round of patchy morning fog, followed by abundant sunshine. Highs climb back to the upper 70s, ideal for outdoor plans once visibility improves. No rain is expected, and winds stay light.
The weekend remains tranquil. Saturday and Sunday feature mostly sunny skies, highs near 78 to 79 degrees, and mild evenings. Fog may form late at night and early each morning, especially inland away from the coast.
Looking ahead to Monday, conditions stay warm and mostly dry. A slight shower chance appears late Monday night, but widespread rain is unlikely. For holiday travelers returning home, weather impacts remain minimal aside from early-morning fog.
Meteorologists emphasize awareness rather than alarm. Fog can thicken quickly before sunrise, then vanish within an hour after daylight.
Plan morning drives carefully. Allow extra time, especially near airports and major highways. After that, enjoy the rare December warmth. Florida’s holiday forecast stays calm, bright, and travel-friendly through the weekend and into early next week.
