Thick fog in England and Wales: driving disruption expected in the days ahead

Drivers in England and Wales should be prepared for fog. According to the description of a BBC report from 1 November 2026, the risk is highest there on Sunday, before the threat shifts northwards.

What the forecast says

In its five-day forecast (Saturday 31 October to Wednesday 4 November), the Met Office describes a "foggy weekend" for some. Fog was expected to reform overnight into Sunday in England and parts of Wales. It will be cloudier in the north, with light rain possible in northern England and Wales.

The coming week is expected to be dry for many areas. Mornings may start with fog and low cloud, which could linger well into the day in places. Most of the country should then turn brighter. Scotland and Northern Ireland were forecast to be cloudier, with occasional rain.

The longer outlook

In its long-range forecast, for 4 to 13 November, the Met Office says high pressure will bring a lot of dry weather. Some places may start foggy, with the fog slow to clear and sometimes lasting all day. It will feel chilly where fog lingers. Overnight frost is possible where skies are clear and winds light. More unsettled weather may return later in the period, but confidence in that is low.

On the day of publication (1 November 2026), the Met Office website showed no active weather warnings for the UK.

What this means for you

People who drive in the coming days, especially in the morning and evening, should check the latest Met Office forecast and warnings before setting off. With poor visibility, it is worth allowing extra time for journeys. Warnings can change hour by hour, so it is best to rely on current updates.