Georgia starts the morning wrapped in thick fog, with taillights fading into gray just a few car lengths ahead. Moist air clings to roads and neighborhoods across north and central Georgia, creating a slow, cautious start to the first full week of 2026.
According to the National Weather Service, a Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect through midmorning for much of the Atlanta metro and surrounding counties. Visibility may drop to one-quarter mile or less, especially before sunrise. Calm winds and lingering moisture allow fog to spread and persist longer than usual.
Drivers across metro Atlanta should expect hazardous travel early. Interstates including I-75, I-85, I-20, and I-285 are most affected near river valleys and low-lying areas. Sudden visibility drops are possible with little warning. Slow down, use low-beam headlights, and increase following distance. Conditions improve gradually as sunshine strengthens late morning.
Once fog lifts, the rest of the day turns quiet and mild. Afternoon temperatures climb into the upper 50s, well above typical January levels. Skies turn partly sunny, and roads dry quickly. To be fair, the turnaround feels almost springlike after the murky start.
Looking ahead, warmer air continues to build. Monday brings highs near the low 60s with sunshine. By Tuesday, temperatures push toward the upper 60s, with only a slight chance of showers late. Nights stay mild, limiting any winter weather concerns.
Meteorologists note no hazardous weather is expected after today’s fog clears. Longer-range patterns still show heavier snow returning to the Midwest and Great Lakes later this month, while Georgia stays warmer than average along the southern tier.
For now, fog is the main story. Give yourself extra time this morning and stay alert on the roads. Seeing dense fog where you are? Let us know how visibility looks.
Five-Day Outlook for Atlanta, GA
• Today: Dense fog early, then mostly sunny, high near 59
• Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 62
• Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 67
• Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 71
• Thursday: Chance of showers, high near 70
