Louisiana — Headlights glow like halos in thick gray air as dense fog settles over roadways and neighborhoods. Visibility shrinks fast, especially near waterways, marshes, and low-lying stretches. The morning commute feels tense, with brake lights appearing suddenly out of the haze.
The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory for Lake Charles, effective through 9 a.m. CST. Visibility has dropped to one-quarter mile or less at times, creating hazardous driving conditions. The fog is ongoing and widespread, not isolated patches.
Drivers along I-10, Highway 14, Highway 90, and local parish roads should slow down immediately. Use low-beam headlights and leave extra following distance. Sudden stops are harder to anticipate in these conditions. To be fair, conditions may improve quickly after sunrise, but not all areas will clear at once.
Temperatures remain mild, holding in the mid-50s early before warming into the mid-70s later today. Once fog lifts, skies turn partly sunny and winds stay light. The warmth reinforces a broader February thaw across Louisiana.
Tonight brings another risk of patchy dense fog, especially after midnight. Tuesday follows a similar pattern. Morning fog gives way to filtered sun, with highs again near 74 degrees. Moist air lingers, keeping visibility concerns on the table for early commuters.
By Wednesday, a slight chance of showers appears during the afternoon. Rain remains limited, but wet pavement could combine with lingering haze early. Thursday and Friday stay warm, with additional rain chances developing by the end of the week.
This fits a larger southern trend. Winter cold remains locked north, while the Gulf Coast stays warm and active. Looking into the 6–10 day outlook, above-normal temperatures continue, hinting at early spring energy.
For now, slow down this morning and stay alert. Conditions can deteriorate quickly before clearing.
Five-Day Outlook for Lake Charles, Louisiana
Today: Dense fog early, then partly sunny, high near 74.
Tuesday: Patchy morning fog, high near 74.
Wednesday: Slight chance of showers, high near 76.
Thursday: Partly sunny, high near 77.
Friday: Chance of showers, high near 77.
