South Florida rings in New Year’s Eve under thick fog

PEMBROKE PARK, Fla. — South Florida residents woke up to dense fog Tuesday on the last day of 2024, prompting a dense fog warning for Broward, Miami-Dade and surrounding areas until 10 a.m

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The dense fog will result in limited visibility, particularly in inland areas such as Alligator Alley and Homestead, where visibility is less than a mile.

Local 10 meteorologist Julie Durda explained the weather phenomenon, attributing the fog to warm surface temperatures interacting with cooler air and causing minor condensation.

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She said visibility was slightly better for 1.5 miles in coastal areas, including Pompano Beach, while the Florida Keys was mostly clear with visibility of 10 miles.

Temperatures started in the upper 60s to low 70s, matching dew points and adding to the humid conditions. Winds are calm this morning, and once the fog clears, South Florida is expected to enjoy plenty of sunshine, with a small chance of showers.

Durda noted that a weak front near Lake Okeechobee is causing some atmospheric instability, but warm and sunny temperatures are forecast for the remainder of the day, with highs possibly reaching record levels.

As South Florida prepares to ring in the New Year, motorists are advised to drive cautiously in areas with poor visibility, particularly along Alligator Alley and other fog-prone routes.

Stay tuned for updates on your New Year’s Eve weather and local celebrations as the region prepares for 2025.

You can find the hour-by-hour forecast and a live radar on this page.