The National Weather Service in Norman, Oklahoma has issued a dense fog advisory for much of the state, including central, east central, northern, northwest, southeast, and southern regions. Visibility is expected to be a quarter mile or less in dense fog. Oklahomans are advised to take caution especially during the early hours of the morning, as hazardous driving conditions are likely due to the low visibility. NWS Oklahoma City expects the dense fog to dissipate after 9 a.m.
According to the weather forecast, the rest of today after the fog lifts will mostly be sunny with a high near 63 degrees. However, come tonight, the region is bracing for showers before 9 p.m. followed by a possible thunderstorm until midnight. The chance of precipitation stands at 80%, with rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch expected, though it could be higher in thunderstorms. Drivers should keep in mind that such weather can significantly impact road conditions.
Looking ahead, tomorrow will see a 40 percent chance of showers before noon but should clear up to a mostly sunny afternoon with a high near 65 degrees. The rest of the week also promises mostly clear skies, with temperatures fluctuating between the high 30s at night and highs in the low 60s during the day, leading up to a sunny Thanksgiving Day with highs around 57 degrees.
The dense fog advisory has been strictly set till 9 a.m. this morning. The NWS warns, "Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog," which could put drivers at risk. The advisory includes instructions for drivers who find themselves out in such hazardous conditions: "If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you."
