EUREKA, Calif. – Drivers in Humboldt County should expect patchy fog along Highway 101 overnight into Tuesday morning, reducing visibility to just a few miles. Commuters and early travelers are urged to use caution, especially before 11 a.m. when fog is expected to linger.
According to the National Weather Service in Eureka, skies will gradually clear Tuesday with partly sunny conditions and highs reaching 65 degrees. Winds will shift northwesterly, staying light at 5 to 7 mph during the afternoon. Overnight lows will remain steady in the mid-50s, keeping evenings cool but comfortable for coastal residents.
Locally, Arcata and McKinleyville will see the same foggy mornings, with clearer skies developing by midday. Farther inland, areas like Fortuna will warm slightly faster, though cloud cover may still hold temperatures below seasonal averages. Humboldt Bay boaters should be mindful of reduced visibility through Tuesday morning.
By Wednesday, mostly cloudy skies will dominate, but mild temperatures will persist with highs near 64. Patchy fog could return Thursday morning before breaking into partly sunny conditions. The coastal pattern of foggy starts and mild afternoons will continue into the weekend.
Looking toward Labor Day weekend, residents can expect partly sunny skies and highs in the upper 60s. While no major storms are projected, cooler nights and morning fog remain likely along the coast. Travelers planning beach outings or camping trips should prepare for damp mornings and pack extra layers.
Five Day Forecast for Eureka, California:
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 65. Low around 57.
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 64. Low around 55.
- Thursday: Patchy fog early, then partly sunny, high near 66. Low around 54.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, high near 66. Low around 54.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 67. Low around 55.
