Tampa Weather: Dense Fog, Warm Temperatures, and Weekend Forecast

Morning Fog and Visibility Concerns

• ⚠️ Dense fog is significantly impacting visibility across Tampa Bay this morning, with reports of visibility as low as an eighth of a mile along the coast and near zero in some areas.
• 🚗 Drivers are advised to slow down due to the thick fog, with speeds reduced to 25 mph on roads with 40 mph limits.
• 🚶 Pedestrians are reminded that cars cannot see them in these conditions.
• ⏰ The fog is expected to burn off gradually, with increased visibility anticipated between 9 and 10 AM.

Afternoon Warmth and Humidity

• ☀️ After the fog dissipates, temperatures are expected to skyrocket to near 80 degrees Fahrenheit this afternoon.
• 🌡️ Highs are predicted to reach the low 80s in areas like BTO and Frost Proof, which is unseasonably warm for early January.
• 💧 Moderate humidity is present and noticeable, especially during the warm afternoons.

Weekend and Early Next Week Outlook

• 💨 A cold front is expected to move through on Sunday, potentially bringing a quick shower but not significant rainfall.
• 🥶 Behind the front, temperatures will become much chillier, with Monday's high temperature expected to be in the mid to upper 60s.
• 📈 The next seven days will feature lower 80s for the first three days, transitioning to the mid-70s on Sunday, and a cooler 65-degree high on Monday.

Boating and Commute Advisory

• ⚓ A dense fog advisory is in effect for coastal waters until 10 AM this morning, suggesting that boating might be better suited for the afternoon.
• 🚗 Commuters should prepare for slowdowns due to fog on Friday morning as well, with another warm afternoon expected.