North Carolina – A blanket of dense fog stretches across Raleigh, Durham, and the Triangle this morning, muting headlights and slowing traffic as visibility dips to a few hundred feet in places. The air feels cool and heavy, with temperatures hovering near 34°F — just cold enough for slick spots on bridges and grassy shoulders.
The National Weather Service in Raleigh continues a Hazardous Weather Outlook warning that dense fog will persist through early Sunday, particularly in low-lying and rural areas of central North Carolina. Commuters should allow extra time, especially along I-40, I-85, and U.S. 64, where slow-moving fog banks can develop suddenly.
Skies gradually brighten by midday as light winds return, with highs near 47°F. Sunday brings a milder setup, reaching the low 50s, though freezing fog may redevelop before sunrise. A rain-snow mix is possible late Monday as a weak front slides eastward, but accumulation chances remain low.
By Tuesday, sunshine returns with highs in the low 40s, followed by a noticeable midweek warmup — upper 50s by Wednesday. Long-range outlooks hint that the Dec. 11–17 window could mark the next significant cold push across the East, with potential winter weather systems developing over the Appalachians and Mid-Atlantic.
For now, drive slowly, keep low beams on, and avoid sudden stops. As fog lifts later this morning, expect damp pavement and a chilly breeze — a reminder that winter’s grip is tightening across the South.
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