Travel warning: dense fog could disrupt Monday morning rush hour across England and eastern Wales
Warning covers two nations
The Met Office warning applies to much of England and eastern Wales. It begins at 18:00 on Sunday and is scheduled to end at 11:00 on Monday. Visibility could be under 50m in some locations. That may make driving difficult and disrupt public transport and flights, with delays or cancellations possible.
Fog expected to ease
The fog is forecast to clear gradually during Monday morning, though isolated areas may stay foggy into the afternoon. It is expected to be more widespread than the previous night.
Clearer skies over England and Wales allow heat to escape more quickly, bringing temperatures down. Fog develops as cooling air causes water vapour to condense into tiny droplets near the ground.
Travel advice for drivers
The Met Office says drivers should check road conditions before setting out and use fog lights when visibility is seriously reduced. Visibility at 50m or less can lead to severe travel disruption.
The RAC recommends leaving more stopping distance between vehicles. Thick fog had already covered parts of England and Wales on Saturday night, affecting the FA Cup match between Altrincham and Notts County.
Key points
- The yellow warning runs from Sunday at 18:00 until Monday at 11:00.
- Visibility could fall below 50m in places, with travel delays and cancellations possible.
- Fog should lift gradually on Monday morning, but some patches could last into the afternoon.
- The Met Office and RAC advise precautions for drivers in poor visibility.