Fog Reduces Visibility to 3–4 Miles in North Port and Arcadia While Tampa, Orlando, and Clearwater Remain Clear Early This Morning
FLORIDA — Most of West-Central Florida is waking up to good visibility conditions, but patchy fog is creating reduced visibility in parts of southern Sarasota County and surrounding inland areas early this morning.
As of 4:15 AM, visibility readings show generally clear conditions across much of the Tampa Bay region, with more limited visibility developing farther south toward North Port, Arcadia, and Myakka City.
Clear Conditions Across Tampa Bay and Central Florida
Most major metro areas are reporting strong visibility:
- Tampa: 10 miles
- Clearwater: 10 miles
- St. Petersburg: 10 miles
- Riverview: 10 miles
- Lakeland: 9 miles
- Winter Haven: 10 miles
- Orlando: 10 miles
- Davenport: 10 miles
- Lake Wales: 10 miles
- Crystal River: 8 miles
Communities including Brooksville, Zephyrhills, and New Port Richey (NPR) are also reporting visibility near 10 miles, indicating stable and clear driving conditions across most northern and central areas.
Reduced Visibility Developing in Southern Areas
Farther south, patchy fog — likely sea fog — is impacting portions of:
- North Port: 3 miles
- Arcadia: 4 miles
- Myakka City: 4 miles
- Wauchula: 6 miles
Nearby areas such as Bradenton (9 miles) and Sarasota (10 miles) remain mostly clear, but conditions may vary locally.
Drivers on I-75 Should Use Caution
The reduced visibility across southern Sarasota County down toward Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte could impact early morning commuters, especially those traveling southbound on Interstate 75.
While widespread dense fog is not indicated, localized visibility dropping to 3–4 miles could create pockets of reduced visibility along roadways.
What to Expect Through the Morning
Most of the region remains under good visibility, but southern inland areas may continue to experience patchy fog until temperatures rise after sunrise.
Motorists traveling through North Port, Arcadia, Myakka City, or along I-75 south of Sarasota should remain alert for changing conditions.
Stay with WaldronNews.com for continued morning weather updates across Tampa Bay and West-Central Florida.