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Winter Storm Enzo A Rare Snow, Ice Threat As Far South As Gulf Coast
By Jonathan Belles, Chris Dolce, Caitlin Kaiser, Sara Tonks

less than an hour ago
Snow and ice will develop Monday night in Texas and Lousiana before spreading eastward across the South.

Forecast snow and ice totals are uncertain, especially when it comes to the nothern extent of the wintry weather.

Regardless, travel conditions are likely to be hazardous from around Interstate 10 to areas near and south of Interstate 20.

Winter Storm Enzo will bring a stripe of snow and ice to the South early this week, creating dangerous travel conditions including in areas near the Gulf Coast where winter weather is rare.

(MORE: Why We Name Winter Storms And The 2024-25 List)

Winter Storm Alerts Posted

The National Weather Service has posted winter storm alerts across the South from central and eastern Texas to parts of Georgia. Cities in those alerts include Houston, New Orleans and portions of the Atlanta metro area.

These alerts mean that snow, ice and wind could combine to make conditions dangerous early this week. Roads may become covered in snow and/or ice and power outages are possible.

(MORE: Social Media And Snow Forecasting: What You Need To Know)

(Issued by the National Weather Service.)

Here’s a day-by-day look at the upcoming winter storm and some additional caveats to the forecast:

Monday Night’s Forecast

The first collision of cold and moisture will likely occur over Texas and Louisiana late Monday.

It is likely that there will be a zone of snow, sleet and freezing rain, especially near and south of Interstate 20 to the Gulf Coast.

Many bigger Texas cities will see the threat of snow and/or ice, including Houston, San Antonio, Austin and Corpus Christi.

The northward extent of this wintry weather is the most uncertain part of the forecast, so expect changes.

There is some ice threat for parts of South Texas from Galveston to the Rio Grande Valley.

(While it is too soon to pinpoint precisely who will see what precipitation type, the green shadings depict where rain is expected. Areas that are shaded blue are expected to see snow. Purple-shaded locations may see either rain or snow. Areas in pink are expected to see sleet or freezing rain (ice).)

Tuesday’s Forecast

Moderate to major impacts are possible from eastern Texas to southern Mississippi, including Houston and New Orleans. Closures, dangerous travel, power and other infrastructure disruptions are possible.

Snow and ice will spread farther east along the Gulf Coast into parts of Alabama and Georgia, the Florida Panhandle, and the Carolinas through Tuesday night.

For now, precipitation will fall as snow along and north of Interstate 10 and as a wintry mix along and south of Interstate 10.

Precipitation in the Florida panhandle is expected to begin Tuesday as plain rain. During the evening hours, this rain may become freezing rain or sleet as temperatures cool.

Wind gusts over 30 mph are possible near the Gulf Coast. This could blow snow around and lead to broken branches.

The northern and eastern extent of this storm’s moisture, and thus snow and ice, is highly uncertain. This includes the Atlanta metro area, where hazardous travel is possible Tuesday depending on how far north this storm’s snowfall spreads toward Interstate 20.

(While it is too soon to pinpoint precisely who will see what precipitation type, the green shadings depict where rain is expected. Areas that are shaded blue are expected to see snow. Purple-shaded locations may see either rain or snow. Areas in pink are expected to see sleet or freezing rain (ice).)

Much of this storm will be over with by Wednesday morning, but some snow and ice might linger in northeast Florida and the coastal Carolinas.

Snowfall Forecast

Below is a look at the latest snowfall forecast, but keep in mind changes are likely given lingering uncertainties in the forecast.

At least a few inches of snow will pile up from southeast Texas into Louisiana, southern Mississippi and southern Alabama. Where bands of heavier snowfall rates develop we could see higher totals of up to a half-foot.

Accumulating snow is also possible in parts of Georgia and eastern Carolinas.

As mentioned earlier, the northward and eastern extent of any accumulations is highly uncertain, including around Atlanta, the rest of Georgia and the Carolinas. However, even light amounts could create hazardous travel conditions.

There is also a zone from the Florida panhandle to coastal South Carolina, and also southern Texas, that may pick up enough ice to cause tree branches to bend and roads to get slick.

Wintry Mess Via Common Tricky Setup

The configuration for this snow and ice threat is common as we slide through late January and into the second half of the winter.

Widespread arctic air is taking over much of the central and eastern U.S., including well into the Deep South. This source of fresh, cold air is the first ingredient needed to get snow and ice along the Gulf Coast.

(MORE: Here’s What You Need To Know About Snow And Ice In The South)

At the same time, a weak wave of low pressure over the Gulf of Mexico will help lift moisture northward into the region, resulting in snow and ice.

Jonathan Belles has been a graphics meteorologist and writer for weather.com for 8 years and also assists in the production of videos for The Weather Channel en español. His favorite weather is tropical weather, but also enjoys covering high-impact weather and news stories and winter storms. He’s a two-time graduate of Florida State University and a proud graduate of St. Petersburg College.
Winter Storm Enzo is a rare winter weather event that is bringing snow and ice as far south as the Gulf Coast. This storm is expected to bring hazardous conditions and travel disruptions across the region.

Residents in the affected areas are urged to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Roadways may become slick and dangerous, and power outages are possible due to ice accumulation on power lines.

Make sure to have emergency supplies on hand, such as food, water, and blankets, in case of power outages. Stay updated on weather alerts and advisories from local authorities.

Winter Storm Enzo serves as a reminder that winter weather can be unpredictable and dangerous. Stay safe and take precautions to protect yourself and your loved ones during this winter storm.

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January 19, 2025
Rare Gulf Coast winter storm may bring snow, ice to region next week
A developing winter storm may bring rare snow and ice to cities along the Gulf Coast, from Texas to Florida.

The storm is set to hit the region on Tuesday.

Gulf Coast possible snow map.

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It is too early to say how much snow or ice will fall, but the rare event could pose a major problem on roads and for utility companies.

The last time New Orleans saw measurable snow was 2009, and the last time the city saw more than 1 inch of snow was 1963.

Tallahassee, Florida, last experienced measurable snow in 2018. The city last had more than 1 inch in 1989.

The storm will also bring unusually cold temperatures to the Gulf. The wind chill — what temperature it feels like — will plunge Tuesday to about 21 degrees in Houston, 26 degrees in New Orleans and 28 in Panama City, Florida.

Get ready Gulf Coast residents, because a rare winter storm is headed your way next week! Forecasters are predicting that a potent system will bring snow and ice to the region, creating hazardous conditions for drivers and potentially causing power outages.

This unusual weather event is expected to impact areas from Texas to Florida, with some areas seeing significant snowfall and others experiencing freezing rain and sleet. It’s important to prepare now by stocking up on essentials like food, water, and emergency supplies.

Stay tuned to local news outlets for updates on the storm and be sure to follow any advisories or warnings from authorities. And most importantly, stay safe and warm during this unexpected winter weather event. Let’s all hope for a speedy return to the sunny Gulf Coast weather we know and love!

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January 18, 2025
Gulf, Southeast: Uncertain Snow, Ice Threat Ahead
By Jonathan Belles

less than an hour ago
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A tricky snow and ice threat could unravel from Texas to at least the Carolinas during the first half of the week ahead. To say this forecast is uncertain is an understatement, but we’ll talk about what we know and what we don’t.

Here are some of the things that we do know going forward:

Moisture is likely to overspread the coldest air of the season. More on this setup at the end of this article.

The window for this interaction will open by late Monday night or early Tuesday and may continue as late as Wednesday.

Parts of the Gulf Coast and the Southeast could receive snow, ice or a mixture of the two during that window.

Heavy snow is currently not expected, but it could be enough to make travel hazardous.

For now, it is too early to show reliable snowfall or ice accretion forecasts given the amount of uncertainty in model guidance.

This forecast will change for the next couple of days. We encourage you to check back and not to stick with the forecast we’re showing here.

(Social Media And Snow Forecasting: What You Need To Know)

Here’s a day-by-day look at the upcoming winter storm and some additional caveats to the forecast:

The Beginning: Monday Night’s Forecast

The first collision of cold and moisture will likely occur over Texas and Louisiana late Monday.

It is likely that there will be a zone of snow, sleet and freezing rain, especially near and south of Interstate 20 to the Gulf Coast.

The northward extent of this wintry weather is the most uncertain part of the forecast, so expect changes.

(While it is too soon to pinpoint precisely who will see what precipitation type, the green shadings depict where rain is expected. Areas that are shaded blue are expected to see snow. Purple-shaded locations may see either rain or snow. Areas in pink are expected to see sleet or freezing rain (ice).)

Tuesday’s Forecast

If the moisture pushes far enough north, snow and ice will spread farther east along the Gulf Coast into southern parts of Mississippi and Alabama, the western Florida Panhandle, portions of Georgia and the coastal Carolinas.

For now, precipitation will fall as snow north of Interstate 10 and as rain or as a mixture along and south of Interstate 10.

Temperatures during the afternoon may warm above freezing, which would turn any snow in spots that push above 32 degrees into rain or a mixture of rain and snow.

Once again, the northern extent of that moisture, and thus snow and ice, is highly uncertain.

(While it is too soon to pinpoint precisely who will see what precipitation type, the green shadings depict where rain is expected. Areas that are shaded blue are expected to see snow. Purple-shaded locations may see either rain or snow. Areas in pink are expected to see sleet or freezing rain (ice).)

The End? Wednesday’s Forecast

The system might continue to wring out snow and ice from the Southeast into the coastal mid-Atlantic before lunchtime.

Rain is more likely across Florida from Tuesday night into early Wednesday.

Again, this is under the assumption that enough moisture overrides portions of the coastline.

Notice the question mark on “The End?”: Several computer models are suggesting that another burst of rain, snow or ice may sweep across the South and East later in the week.

(While it is too soon to pinpoint precisely who will see what precipitation type, the green shadings depict where rain is expected. Areas that are shaded blue are expected to see snow. Purple-shaded locations may see either rain or snow. Areas in pink are expected to see sleet or freezing rain (ice).)

(Winter Storm Season 101: What To Know About Snow, Ice)

Wintry Mess Via Common Tricky Setup

The configuration for this snow and ice threat is common as we slide through late January and into the second half of the winter.

Widespread cold air will have taken over the Lower 48 by early next week. Overnight temperatures will fall below freezing all the way to the Gulf Coast.

(MORE: Here’s What You Need To Know About Snow And Ice In The South)

The trickery in this kind of forecast is often the moisture component: how much moisture makes it over that cold air and for how long.

We often see multiple rounds of moisture overspread the cold air, which means multiple batches of snow, ice or a mixture of the two. This frozen tango may last just a day or it can go on for a week or more. This first dance we’re discussing here may only be the first round. Stay tuned for any further threats in the days ahead.

Jonathan Belles has been a graphics meteorologist and writer for weather.com for 8 years and also assists in the production of videos for The Weather Channel en español. His favorite weather is tropical weather, but also enjoys covering high-impact weather and news stories and winter storms. He’s a two-time graduate of Florida State University and a proud graduate of St. Petersburg College.
As winter weather continues to affect the Gulf and Southeast regions, residents are bracing for an uncertain snow and ice threat ahead. With temperatures dropping and precipitation on the horizon, many are unsure of what to expect in the coming days.

Meteorologists are closely monitoring the situation, warning of potential icy conditions on roadways and sidewalks. Residents are urged to stay updated on weather alerts and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.

As preparations are underway, local officials are working to keep roads clear and provide resources for those in need. It is important for residents to stay informed and be ready for whatever winter weather may bring.

Stay tuned for updates and stay safe during this uncertain snow and ice threat in the Gulf and Southeast regions.

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January 17, 2025
Good Samaritans Rescue Crew of Fishing Vessel in Gulf of Alaska
A good Samaritan vessel has rescued two fishermen from the cold waters of the Gulf of Alaska after a fishing vessel capsized off the coast of Kodiak, the U.S. Coast Guard said Thursday.

At about 0945 hours on Wednesday morning, Coast Guard 17th District received a distress alert from the fishing vessel Tanusha’s EPIRB, located about 20 nautical miles southeast of Kodiak. In response, the command center dispatched a helicopter aircrew from Air Station Kodiak to the scene and made a VHF call to nearby shipping to request assistance.

The fishing vessel Victory received the call and diverted to Tanusha’s last known location. The lost boat had begun taking water and had capsized, and the two crewmembers aboard had successfully abandoned ship. The crew of the Victory soon spotted the two survivors, who were drifting in a life raft near the upturned hull of their boat. One of them had a head injury and was showing signs of hypothermia.

Both fishermen were taken safely aboard the Victory, and the Coast Guard helicopter aircrew arrived to airlift them for a medevac, with assistance from a patrol boat operated by the Alaska State Troopers.

“The use of a functioning and properly registered EPIRB means quite literally the difference between life and death,” said Petty Officer 3rd Class Sean Streyle of Coast Guard Sector Western Alaska. “In this case, it was our only notification that the crew of Tanusha needed assistance.”

In a heartwarming display of kindness and bravery, a group of Good Samaritans came to the rescue of the crew of a fishing vessel in distress in the Gulf of Alaska. The crew had encountered engine trouble and found themselves stranded in rough seas.

The Good Samaritans, who were in the area on a pleasure cruise, spotted the distressed vessel and immediately sprang into action. They radioed for help and maneuvered their own boat alongside the fishing vessel, providing much-needed assistance to the crew.

Despite the challenging conditions, the Good Samaritans were able to safely transfer the crew onto their own boat and bring them to shore. Thanks to their quick thinking and selfless actions, the crew of the fishing vessel was rescued without any injuries or further harm.

This heartwarming story serves as a reminder of the power of compassion and teamwork in times of crisis. The Good Samaritans’ willingness to help their fellow mariners in need is a shining example of the best of humanity. Their heroic efforts have not gone unnoticed, and they are truly deserving of our admiration and gratitude.

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January 17, 2025
SpaceX seeking permit to splash down in Pacific, Gulf of Mexico and Indian Ocean : Maui Now
January 15, 2025, 4:33 AM HST
Pearl and Hermes Atoll (Holoikauaua) in Papahānaumokuākea. SpaceX is proposing to expanding its splash down area in Hawaiian waters and 240 nautical miles east of the Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Sanctuary. Photo: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Public comments are due Jan. 17 on Elon Musk’s plans for his SpaceX rockets to splash down in a much wider area, including Hawaiian waters and 240 nautical miles east of the Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Sanctuary.

To submit online comments to the Federal Aviation Administration, click here.

The proposed larger landing zone is part of SpaceX’s application for experimental permits and a vehicle operator license from the FAA Office of Commercial Space Transportation to operate its Starship/Super Heavy launch vehicle from Boca Chica in Cameron County, Texas.

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SpaceX proposes to increase the Starship’s heavy landings from 5 to 10 to up to 25 Starship and 25 Super Heavy landings annually. Plans call for landing at the vehicle launch area or on floating platforms in the ocean.

Some vehicles would be reused while others would be “expended in the ocean” in three ways, depending on the stage of the program’s development.

Those three ways are:

Hard water landing at terminal velocity and break up on impact resulting in an explosive event at the surface of the water.

Soft water landing and tip over and sink or explode on impact at the surface of the water.

In-flight breakup – Breakup during reentry resulting in debris falling into the ocean (up to 25 times per year of each vehicle stage).

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SpaceX says it anticipates “no more than 20 explosive events at the surface of the water for each vehicle for the life of the program. These scenarios would occur within the first five years of the program.”

Now, SpaceX lands Super Heavy in the Gulf of Mexico and Starship in the Pacific Ocean (near Hawaiʻi) and the Indian Ocean. In the future, SpaceX is proposing to expand the potential landing sites of Starship. For ocean landings, Super Heavy would land on a droneship or continue to be expended in the Gulf of Mexico. Starship could land on a droneship (floating platform) or be expended in any of the four landing areas: the Indian Ocean, the Pacific Ocean (near Hawaiʻi) and the northeast Pacific Ocean, or the southeast Pacific Ocean.
SpaceX, the aerospace company founded by Elon Musk, is seeking permits to conduct splashdowns in the Pacific Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, and Indian Ocean for its spacecraft. The company is known for its innovative approach to space travel, and this move could potentially open up new possibilities for commercial space missions.

According to Maui Now, SpaceX has already conducted successful splashdowns in the Atlantic Ocean, but is now looking to expand its capabilities to other bodies of water. The Pacific Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, and Indian Ocean could serve as additional landing sites for SpaceX’s Crew Dragon spacecraft, which is designed to transport astronauts to and from the International Space Station.

The move to seek permits for splashdowns in these new locations highlights SpaceX’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of space exploration. By having multiple landing options, the company can ensure safe and efficient returns for its spacecraft and crew.

Overall, this development is an exciting step forward for SpaceX and the future of commercial space travel. Stay tuned for more updates on this story as it unfolds.

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January 17, 2025
A Cool, Sunny Weekend Ahead for the Gulf Coast
A Cool, Sunny Weekend Ahead for the Gulf Coast

A chilly weekend is followed by another cold front on Monday

Updated: 9:31 AM EST Jan 4, 2025

LIGHT JACKET EVEN IF YOU’RE GOING TO BE OUT THERE TODAY IN THE SHADE, IT’S GOING TO BE A LITTLE BIT COOL. BUT THE SUN, THE SUN, THAT’S WHERE YOU WANT TO BE ANYWAY. EXACTLY. SO THE SUBTLE FEEL GOOD IN THE SHADE. IT’S A LITTLE BIT CHILLY THIS MORNING EVERYWHERE. GOING TO BE COLD. EVEN IF YOU ARE IN THE SUNSHINE 50 RIGHT NOW INTO ARCADIA, ALSO INTO DEEP CREEK. SO WE’RE SLOWLY WARMING THINGS UP. WE WERE IN THE 40’S EARLIER. 51 INTO THAT COCKER IT. 51 ALSO INTO MOORE HAVEN. SEARS LABELLE, ALSO IN 2 NEWS, PALMDALE AT 50 CAPE CORAL. ALSO AT 50, 53 IN ESTERO IN A LITTLE BIT WARMER AS WE HEAD DOWN INTO COLLIER COUNTY. 55 IN MARCO ISLAND. SO YEAH, EVERYBODY YOU WANT THE JACKET RIGHT NOW. LITTLE BIT BREEZY. WE’VE BEEN SEEING THOSE WINDS, 5.10, MILE PER HOUR SUSTAINED GUSTS UPWARDS OF 50 MILES PER HOUR. THAT’S HOW WE’RE GOING TO BE AS WE HEAD INTO THE AFTERNOON AS WELL. BUT WITH THAT WIND, IT’S GOING TO BE A LITTLE BIT BUMPY. IF YOU’RE PLANNING ON HEADING OUT ON THE BOAT. SO WINDS THROUGHOUT THE AFTERNOON ARE MAKING THE WATERS OUT IN THE GULF AROUND 2 TO 3 FEET CHOPPY ON THE INLAND WATERS. SO, YEAH, IT’S A BIT BUMPY, BUT ANYTHING ELSE THAT YOU WANT TO DO TODAY IS LOOKING ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC. YOU WANT THE SUNGLASSES IF YOU ARE OUT AND ABOUT TEMPERATURES SLOWLY RISING THROUGH THE 50’S OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF HOURS. BUT REALLY NOT GOING TO BE OVERLY WARM THIS AFTERNOON, UNFORTUNATELY. SO WE’RE GOING TO BE IN THE UPPER 60’S. SO AGAIN, IN THE SUNSHINE FEELING FANTASTIC. IN THE SHADE. YOU MIGHT WANT THAT LIGHT JACKET IF YOU’RE HEADING OUT TO THE GORDA ARTS AND CRAFT MARKET TODAY, CHILLY TO START THEN. YEAH, IT’S FEELING PRETTY GOOD INTO THE AFTERNOON. BUT TEMPERATURES ARE GOING TO BE FALLING PRETTY QUICKLY. THEY’RE THE EVENING HOURS BECAUSE IT’S GOING TO BE CLEAR SKIES AND WE HAVE THAT COOLER, DRIER AIR. THAT’S FUNNELING INTO THE GULF COAST. SO WE ACTUALLY HAD THAT COLD FRONT THAT PUSHED THROUGH OVERNIGHT. THAT’S WHY OUR WINDS ARE OUT OF THE NORTH NOW. THAT’S WHY IT’S A LITTLE BIT COOLER THAN WHAT WE FELT YESTERDAY. HIGHS TODAY. MORE SPECIFICALLY 67, 4 ARCADIA ALSO INTO CLEWISTON 68 INTO LABELLE GATEWAY. 69 BONITA SPRINGS ALSO INTO NAPLES, A FEW DEGREES BELOW WHERE WE SHOULD BE THIS TIME OF YEAR. TOMORROW AFTERNOON IS GOING TO BE RIGHT AROUND AVERAGE. WE’RE GETTING INTO THE MID 70’S. BUT TOMORROW MORNING, I SHOULD SAY STILL A LITTLE BIT CHILLY WARMING UP A LITTLE BIT MONDAY BEFORE OUR NEXT COLD FRONT WORKS THROUGH. AND THEN THAT’S BRINGING IN EVEN COOLER TEMPERATURES. LOOK AT MIDWEEK ON WEDNESDAY DOWN INTO THE LOW 40’S. I DO THINK WE’RE GOING TO BE MIXING SOME 30’S IN THERE, ESPECIALLY FOR OUR NORTHERN COMMUNITIES AS THAT COLD FRONT OR I SHOULD SAY AFTER THAT COLD FRONT PUSHES THROUGH. HERE’S THAT FIRST ONE ON MONDAY. A FEW LITTLE ISOLATED SPRINKLES. MAYBE A DOWNPOUR TO. BUT OVERALL, IT’S GOING TO BE A DRY FRONT JUST BRINGING IN THAT COOLER AIR AS WE HEAD TOWARDS THE END OF THE WEEK. SAME KIND OF SITUATION WATCHING OUR NEXT COLD FRONT START TO WORK IN. ALSO GOING TO BE BRINGING US A DOWNPOUR TO MAYBE A QUICK SPRINKLE, BUT IT’S GOING TO BE BRINGING IN THAT COOLER AIR MUCH COOLER THAN WHAT WE’RE USED TO TAKE A LOOK AT THIS IN OUR 7 DAY FORECAST. SO LOTS OF SUNSHINE. SO WE’LL TAKE THAT. THAT’S A PLUS. BUT IT IS GOING TO BE PRETTY CHILLY. TEMPERATURES BELOW AVERAGE FOR THE NEXT WEEK OR SO. AND YEAH, WEDNESDAY IS GOING TO BE THE COLDEST DAY OF THE WEEK WITH TEMPERATURES IN THE MORNINGS DIPPING DOWN INTO THE LOW 40’S, THE UPPER 30’S LIKE I WAS JUST TALKING ABOUT. BUT SLOWLY REBOUNDING FROM THEIR GETTING BACK

A Cool, Sunny Weekend Ahead for the Gulf Coast

A chilly weekend is followed by another cold front on Monday

Updated: 9:31 AM EST Jan 4, 2025

Happy Saturday to you! It’s a chilly morning behind a cold front that worked through overnight.Morning lows will dropped into the 40s and 50s today, and won’t increase all too much this afternoon.Highs today will cap in the upper 60s. Luckily, we do have lots of sunshine which will help against the chilly temperatures.Sunday will be another chilly start in the 40s. However, the afternoon will be about average for highs in the mid 70s. Another cold front will push through Southwest Florida on Monday, bringing even chillier air through the end of next week.This front carries a slight chance of showers, but most of the rain is expected to dissipate before reaching the Gulf Coast.We’re in for a long stretch of unseasonably cool weather, with highs in the 60s through next weekend.Follow the NBC2 weather team on social mediaChief Meteorologist Allyson Rae on Facebook and XMeteorologist Jason Dunning on Facebook and XMeteorologist Rob Duns on Facebook and XMeteorologist Lauren Hope on Facebook and XMeteorologist Jesslyn Ferentz on Facebook and XWatch our forecasts on TV or onlineHere’s where to find our latest video forecastYou can also watch a livestream of our latest newscast hereDOWNLOAD the free NBC2 News app for your latest news and weather alerts.

FORT MYERS, Fla. —

Happy Saturday to you! It’s a chilly morning behind a cold front that worked through overnight.

Morning lows will dropped into the 40s and 50s today, and won’t increase all too much this afternoon.

Highs today will cap in the upper 60s. Luckily, we do have lots of sunshine which will help against the chilly temperatures.

Sunday will be another chilly start in the 40s. However, the afternoon will be about average for highs in the mid 70s.

Another cold front will push through Southwest Florida on Monday, bringing even chillier air through the end of next week.

This front carries a slight chance of showers, but most of the rain is expected to dissipate before reaching the Gulf Coast.

We’re in for a long stretch of unseasonably cool weather, with highs in the 60s through next weekend.

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Get ready to soak up the sunshine this weekend, Gulf Coast! The forecast is calling for clear skies and warm temperatures, making it the perfect time to hit the beach or enjoy some outdoor activities.

Whether you’re looking to relax on the sand, go for a swim in the crystal-clear waters, or explore the local attractions, this weekend is shaping up to be a picture-perfect one. So pack your sunscreen, grab your sunglasses, and get ready to make the most of this cool, sunny weekend ahead.

Don’t forget to stay hydrated, wear your sun protection, and have a great time soaking up the sun on the beautiful Gulf Coast. Enjoy every moment of this glorious weather and make some unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Cheers to a fantastic weekend ahead! #GulfCoastWeekend #SunnyDaysAhead

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January 4, 2025
Dense fog covering the Gulf Coast for final day of 2024
Dense fog covering the Gulf Coast for final day of 2024

Widespread fog will make visibility challenging for parts of the Gulf Coast through mid-morning Tuesday.

Updated: 6:29 AM EST Dec 31, 2024

WALK OR RUN THE 5 K. >> I THINK ALL >> STARTING TO RUN UNTIL, YOU KNOW, THERE WERE NO MORE VIEWERS ALONG THE RUNNING PATH IN WATER A LITTLE BIT. AND THEN WHEN I CAME CLOSE TO THE FINISH LINE AND START RUNNING AGAIN TO GET BACK UP AGAIN. YEAH. BUT THEN WELL, NO, I I WOULD TAKE A QUICK PAUSE, STRUCK SUCH BREATH AND THEN RUN AGAIN. OKAY. JUST PACING YOURSELF. TIME PROBABLY WOULDN’T BE THAT GOOD. BUT I RUNNING IN THE FOG. YEAH ABOUT THAT. YEAH. I MEAN, IT’S GONNA BE A LITTLE BIT FOGGY THROUGH THE MORNING HOURS, AT LEAST AND SOME FOG KIND OF LINGERING THERE ALONG THE BEACHES. I DON’T THINK IT’LL BE, YOU KNOW, THICK ENOUGH SO THAT THE RUNNERS OR YOUR CASE, THE WATER AS WE LOOK LIVE FROM FORT MYERS BEACH, MARGARITA VILLE BEACH RESORT. YOU CAN SEE THE VISIBILITY NOT TOO BAD. THERE WAS ACTUALLY A LOT WORSE EARLIER AND THE THE NIGHT AND YESTERDAY AFTERNOON AND SOME OF THAT SEA FOG STARTING TO ROLL. AND CHECK THIS OUT ALONG THE COAST. FOG NOT QUITE AS THICK. IT IS MORE DENSE AS YOU GET OVER THE LAND AND IN PARTICULAR A LITTLE BIT DEEPER INLAND EAST OF I-75 AREAS IN THE RED IMMOKALEE ACROSS ALLIGATOR ALLEY NEAR LABELLE CLEWISTON AND PALMDALE. THAT’S WHERE THE VISIBILITY IS BELOW A QUARTER MILE. THAT’S WHERE IT’S REALLY TOUGH TO EVEN SEE THE CAR IN FRONT OF YOU. SO MAKE SURE TO USE THOSE LOW BEAMS. GORDA AIRPORT. WE’RE ACTUALLY SEEING SOME IMPROVING VISIBILITY, BUT I THINK WE’RE GOING TO SEE SOME MORE AREAS OF FOG BEGIN TO SETTLE IN HERE, CONTINUE TO SETTLE IN AS WE GO THROUGH THE NEXT FEW HOURS. WE HAVE A DENSE FOG ADVISORIES FOR ALL OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA UNTIL 10:00AM 69 DEGREES. NOT FEELING TOO BAD THERE AT THE AIRPORT AT THAT LIGHT BREEZE OUT OF THE SOUTH-SOUTHWEST NEAR 5 MILES PER HOUR. SO HERE’S A CLOSER LOOK AT YOUR FUTURE CAST TODAY. AND YOU CAN SEE THIS FOG BANKS. THERE’S ONE COLLIER COUNTY. HERE’S ANOTHER ONE UP IN A CHARLOTTE AND DESOTO COUNTY. SO WATCHING THOSE OVER THE NEXT FEW HOURS, YOU CAN SEE BY 10, 30 11 O’CLOCK. MOST OF THAT’S GONE. BUT I JUST CAN’T RULE OUT SOME SEA FOG HERE RIGHT ALONG THE BEACHES AND EVEN FARTHER OFFSHORE LATER IN THE MORNING AND EVEN INTO THE AFTERNOON OF SEEING SOME OF OUR FORECAST MODELS HINTING OF THAT POSSIBILITY, RAIN CHANCES PRETTY MINIMAL. YOU CAN SEE ONE OR 2 SHOWERS TRYING TO GET GOING HERE ACROSS THE ALLEY OVER INLAND SECTIONS OF COLLIER COUNTY. BUT I THINK YOU FIND SLEEPING THE UMBRELLA AT HOME AND THEN BY 05:36PM, TONIGHT, A BLEND OF SUNSHINE AND CLOUDS. AND THEN AFTER SUNSET, WE’LL SEE SOME MORE FOG DEVELOPING. I THINK SOME OF THAT WILL KIND OF HANG CLOSE TO THE COAST EARLY ON TONIGHT. SO HERE’S MIDNIGHT TONIGHT. 2025 HERE WE COME. AND WE ACTUALLY HAVE A COLD FRONT COMING OUR WAY AS WELL FROM THE NORTHWEST. NOW, THIS IS GOING TO MOVE THROUGH WITHOUT MUCH IN THE WAY OF RAIN. AND I THINK WE’RE GOING TO SEE ANY RAIN WITH THIS. BUT THIS STILL THAT POTENTIAL INTO EARLY TOMORROW MORNING TO SEE SOME OF THAT FOG. AND YOU CAN SEE THERE IT GOES AGAIN. DEVELOPING ACROSS A GOOD PORTION OF THE GULF COAST. LIKELY NOT LASTING TOO LONG. I THINK BY 9.10, O’CLOCK THE FOG’S GONE FOR NEW YEAR’S DAY. HERE’S YOUR NEW YEAR’S EVE FORECAST ARE ON THE WAY UP TO THE UPPER 70’S FEELING PRETTY GOOD. 12 O’CLOCK. ONCE THAT FOG IS GONE FOR THE MOST PART, SUNNY AND 75 JUST A 10% RAIN CHANCE 06:00PM. WE’RE DOWN TO 73 DEGREES. SO FOR NEW YEAR’S EVE TODAY, WE’VE GOT THAT FOG UNTIL 9 TO 10 O’CLOCK. OTHERWISE PARTLY CLOUDY WITH A STRAY SHOWER. AS WE WARM UP JUST SHY OF 80 DEGREES. YOU’RE HEADING OUT TO THE CAPE THIS EVENING EVENT BEGINS AT 06:00PM. BUT THAT EARLY BALL DROP AT 08:00PM, SOME PATCHY FOG POSSIBLE MIDNIGHT TONIGHT. MID 60’S FEELING PRETTY GOOD. WE’RE NOT GOING TO SEE THAT COOL WEATHER ARRIVE UNTIL NEW YEAR’S DAY. AND IT’S JUST GOING TO BE A LITTLE COOLER. 77 DEGREES THAT DROP IN HUMIDITY. THAT’S ONE OF THE THINGS YOU’LL NOTICE AND THEN CHILLIER FOR THE WEEKEND IS SOMETHING ELSE ON THE HORIZON WANT TO MENTION BECAUSE THERE’S BEEN A LOT OF CHATTER ON SOCIAL MEDIA, NOT THIS WEEKEND, BUT NEXT WEEKEND WE’RE SEEING SOME STRONG SIGNALS THAT AN ARCTIC AIR MASS WILL SHIFT DOWN ACROSS THE EASTERN U.S. AND EVEN INTO THE FLORIDA PENINSULA. WE’LL TALK MORE ABOUT THAT IN DETAIL COMING UP IN THE NEXT HALF HOUR. BUT LOOKING AT THE NEXT 10 DAYS, CHECK OUT THE WEEKEND AFTER A COUPLE DAYS THURSDAY, FRIDAY, THE MID 70’S, WE’RE DOWN INTO THE UPPER 60’S AND LO

Dense fog covering the Gulf Coast for final day of 2024

Widespread fog will make visibility challenging for parts of the Gulf Coast through mid-morning Tuesday.

Updated: 6:29 AM EST Dec 31, 2024

A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect for the Gulf Coast until 10 a.m., and the fog could stick around longer along the coast. After the fog lifts, expect another warm and sunny day, with daytime highs in the upper-70s. Humidity will also be somewhat high this afternoon, but we’re in store for some more pleasant weather this evening if you have any plans for New Year’s Eve. Temperatures will drop into the upper 60’s by midnight. Just watch out for areas of fog if you’re going to be driving home late tonight. Our next cold front will move through the area overnight, bringing us slightly cooler and drier weather for the second half of the week.

A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect for the Gulf Coast until 10 a.m., and the fog could stick around longer along the coast.

After the fog lifts, expect another warm and sunny day, with daytime highs in the upper-70s.

Humidity will also be somewhat high this afternoon, but we’re in store for some more pleasant weather this evening if you have any plans for New Year’s Eve.

Temperatures will drop into the upper 60’s by midnight. Just watch out for areas of fog if you’re going to be driving home late tonight.

Our next cold front will move through the area overnight, bringing us slightly cooler and drier weather for the second half of the week.

As the year comes to a close, the Gulf Coast is shrouded in a thick blanket of dense fog. Visibility is reduced to a few feet in some areas, making travel treacherous and navigation difficult.

The eerie mist hangs low over the water, casting a mysterious and almost ominous vibe over the coastal towns. The sound of fog horns and distant ship bells can be heard echoing through the fog, adding to the eerie atmosphere.

As we bid farewell to 2024, let us remember to take extra precautions while driving or boating in these hazardous conditions. Stay safe and may the fog lift soon, revealing a clear path to a bright and promising new year. Happy New Year to all!

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December 31, 2024

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