UK weather: Mist could create dangerous driving conditions during morning commutes

Fog may disrupt Thursday journeys

Thick fog is forecast in parts of the UK this week, creating difficult conditions for motorists. Visibility could be poor during the Thursday morning rush hour, affecting commuters.

Winds are expected to ease overnight into Thursday, allowing mist and fog to develop, particularly in east Wales and central and southern England. Mist and fog may form again across eastern and southern England.

Calmer weather follows storms

After recent stormy weather across the United Kingdom, conditions are expected to become calmer in the coming days as high pressure develops and low pressure systems weaken. Wednesday is forecast to begin colder than recent mornings. Most areas should stay dry, though cloud and showery rain are expected mainly across southern Scotland, northern England and north Wales.

High pressure builds into next week

Wednesday afternoon is expected to be largely dry, with sunny spells across most of the UK. Temperatures are forecast to reach 12 to 16C, slightly above average. High pressure is expected to become more established over the weekend and into next week. In some places, mist, fog and low cloud may not clear, leaving conditions chilly.

Reservoirs remain exceptionally low

Some reservoirs remain exceptionally low despite drought and severe drought areas of England and Wales receiving around the average amount of October rainfall. The forecast also warns that mist and fog could linger in some areas as high pressure becomes established.