CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) – Don’t expect drastic visibility improvements until parts of Friday.
Your First Alert: Patchy Fog this afternoon
Dense fog remains fairly widespread, though some parts of the TV9 viewing area have seen improvement. Expect this to become a bit worse this evening and overnight, with quarter-mile or less visibility common yet again. Use extra caution if driving tonight, and use the low beams.
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Your First Alert: Rainy and mild tonight through Saturday morning
Scattered showers begin to develop across eastern Iowa after sunset and continue through the night. Rain becomes more widespread by Friday morning and Friday will be a wet day with a slow, steady rain. All precipitation is in liquid form, however, thanks to mild temperatures. Lows are in the upper 30s and low 40s tonight and mid to upper 40s on Friday. Rain continues into Friday night as lows fall into the mid to upper 30s and begins to taper off Saturday morning. Rain moves off to the north on Saturday and we are dry by Saturday night. Highs are in the upper 40s and low 50s on Saturday and low to mid 30s Saturday night
Your First Alert: Pattern change on the horizon
Looking into next week, the weather pattern appears to remain largely calm, with one exception. A disturbance moves through Monday and Monday night into Tuesday morning. This could bring a mix of rain, sleet, and snow to eastern Iowa. Stay tuned for updates in the coming days as we work out details such as timing, impacts, and amounts. Cooler air arrives as we get into the new year. This cooldown marks the return to more seasonable conditions, but nothing overly harsh is expected at this point.
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Many travelers have been facing challenges due to dense fog in various parts of the country, causing delays and disruptions to their plans. The fog has been particularly thick in the early morning and late evening hours, making it difficult for drivers to see clearly on the roads.
Unfortunately, the fog is expected to persist for the next few days, making it important for travelers to exercise caution and allow extra time for their journeys. It is recommended to use headlights and fog lights, reduce speed, and keep a safe distance from other vehicles to ensure safety on the roads.
In addition to the fog, rain is forecasted to return on Friday, adding another layer of difficulty for travelers. This combination of fog and rain can create hazardous driving conditions, so it is crucial for travelers to stay informed of weather updates and plan accordingly.
It is always better to be safe than sorry, so travelers are advised to stay updated on weather conditions, check for any travel advisories, and adjust their travel plans as needed. Stay safe and drive carefully in these challenging weather conditions.
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