A thick, silver fog sits low across southwest Louisiana this morning, cloaking highways and bayous in a quiet haze. Tail lights glow dimly through the mist as early travelers move slowly along I-10, where visibility has dropped below a quarter mile in spots from Lake Charles to Beaumont.
The National Weather Service in Lake Charles has issued a Dense Fog Advisory until 8 a.m. CST for much of central and southwest Louisiana and parts of southeast Texas. The fog may linger near the coast and low-lying areas through early morning before dissipating as winds shift from the north.
Drivers are urged to slow down, use headlights, and leave extra distance between vehicles. The moist, mild air meeting cooler ground could also create slick patches on bridges and cause condensation on windshields.
After the fog lifts, expect a pleasant turnaround. Skies gradually clear through the day with highs reaching near 73°F, a comfortable break before a cooler, drier Monday. The workweek ahead looks bright — with sunny skies and highs in the upper 50s to low 60s through Wednesday — followed by a return to near 70°F later in the week.
Meteorologists continue to monitor a larger-scale December cold pattern expected to shift southward by December 11–17, bringing colder air and potential early-winter impacts to much of the U.S. For now, Louisiana remains mild and calm — perfect for catching up on outdoor decorating or travel before the next winter chill arrives.
Five-Day Outlook (Lake Charles, LA):
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 59°F, low 36°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly clear, high 61°F, low 45°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 72°F, low 54°F.
- Thursday: Partly cloudy, high 78°F, low 63°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 65°F, low 44°F.
