Georgia – Headlights fade into a gray blur as fog settles across neighborhoods and highways. The air feels mild, but visibility drops quickly in pockets, creating early travel concerns across north and central Georgia.
The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook highlighting patchy dense fog early this morning, including the Atlanta metro area. Visibility may drop suddenly in low-lying areas, near rivers, and along rural roadways. Some drivers could encounter near-zero visibility for short stretches.
Fog poses the greatest risk during the early morning commute, especially on I-75, I-85, I-20, I-285, and surface streets. Reduced visibility may lead to slower traffic and increased crash risk. Motorists are urged to use low-beam headlights and allow extra following distance.
Conditions gradually improve by mid-morning as fog lifts and clouds thin. Temperatures climb into the low 70s, continuing a mild December trend. Roads dry out quickly, and no additional weather hazards are expected later today.
Looking ahead, Friday through Saturday remain quiet and warm. Afternoon highs range from the low to mid-70s, with partly sunny skies and light winds. These conditions support smooth post-Christmas travel across metro Atlanta and surrounding counties.
Saturday night stays mild, followed by a mostly cloudy Sunday. Rain chances remain low during the day, though showers become more likely late Sunday night into Monday, with precipitation chances increasing to 40–50 percent. Roads may turn slick again during early Monday travel.
A cooler shift arrives behind that system. Temperatures dip into the 20s Monday night, signaling a brief cold snap before dry weather returns next week.
For now, the biggest concern is fog. Slow down this morning, avoid sudden lane changes, and be alert for stopped traffic. Conditions improve quickly, and the rest of the holiday weekend looks favorable for travel as December winds down.
