Tampa woke up under a thick blanket of fog this morning, with visibility dropped to around a quarter-mile and rush-hour traffic creeping along. Temperatures are sitting in the low 60s for now and are expected to climb into the mid-70s by this afternoon.
Dense Fog Advisory In Effect
A Dense Fog Advisory remains in place until 10 AM EST, with the National Weather Service warning that visibility may be “one quarter mile or less” in some areas. Drivers who have to be on the road are urged to slow down and use headlights. The advisory covers much of west-central and southwest Florida, including Tampa and nearby suburbs, and is accompanied by standard safety guidance from the National Weather Service.
Today’s Forecast
The fog is expected to lift by mid-morning, giving way to partly sunny skies and a high near 75°F, with only a slight chance of a passing shower this afternoon. Tonight should be mostly cloudy with a low around 58°F and some patchy fog possible after 1 AM, so early Friday commuters will want to stay cautious.
Weekend Outlook
By Saturday, temperatures climb into the upper 70s and near 80°F. Rain chances start to ramp up Sunday into Monday, with showers, thunderstorms, and south-southeast winds gusting into the 20s in the forecast. If you are planning outdoor activities or heading to downtown events, keep an eye on traffic notices and road closures from the City of Tampa and be ready for a wet, breezy Sunday.
Quick Safety Tips
Use low-beam headlights, reduce your speed, and leave extra space between you and the car ahead until visibility improves. If you run into especially dense fog on the highway, pull off safely and wait for conditions to get better. Boaters around Tampa Bay should watch for sea fog this morning and keep navigation lights on until things clear out.
