A yellow weather warning for fog has been issued by the Met Office, affecting 16 areas across parts of North West England, Wales, and the Midlands. The warning, which came into effect on Thursday, January 15, at 8 PM and is expected to last until Friday, January 16, at 7 AM, highlights the risk of widespread and dense fog patches causing visibility to drop below 100 meters in some locations.
This reduction in visibility could lead to travel disruptions, including potential delays or cancellations for public transport and flights, as well as slower road journeys. Motorists are advised to check road conditions, adjust their travel plans, and allow extra time to account for the hazardous driving conditions.
The affected regions include areas like Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Staffordshire, and Shropshire. Following the fog warning, Friday's forecast indicates a gloomy start with lingering low cloud, possible showers from the west, and some bright spells, particularly in the east, with a maximum temperature of 8°C.
The outlook for the weekend suggests a mix of sunny spells and scattered showers, with overnight fog and patchy frost under clear skies, transitioning to wet and breezy conditions from the west by Monday.