South Florida Fog Lifts as Sunshine and Warmth Return This Weekend

Warmer temperatures and sunny skies expected after period of unusually cold weather and fog

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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South Florida residents woke up to dense fog on Friday morning, but conditions are expected to improve rapidly, giving way to a stretch of warmer, sunnier weather into the weekend and beyond. The National Weather Service lifted a Dense Fog Advisory by 9 a.m. as the fog dissipated. The high pressure system will prevent temperatures from dropping as drastically as they have recently, creating a 'dry and tranquil period' according to the weather service.

Why it matters

The recent cold snap followed record-low temperatures and the collection of thousands of cold-stunned iguanas, highlighting the unusual weather pattern that gripped the region. The current weather pattern is linked to a moderate to severe drought affecting South Florida, with the Everglades experiencing extreme drought conditions.

The details

As the high pressure system continues, temperatures are expected to increase a few degrees each day. While Saturday will remain relatively chilly, with lows in the 40s and highs in the 70s, a warming trend is expected to take hold after the weekend. By the second half of next week, inland areas could see high temperatures reaching the 80s. Overnight lows will still be cool, hovering around the upper 50s in most areas.

  • The National Weather Service issued a Dense Fog Advisory for portions of Broward and Miami-Dade counties early Thursday, which was lifted at 9 a.m.
  • The recent cold snap followed record-low temperatures and the collection of thousands of cold-stunned iguanas.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency that provides weather forecasts, warnings, and other meteorological information.

Sammy Hadi

A meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Miami.

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What they’re saying

“As we continue to go through the rest of the week with high pressure overhead, we're going to be continuing to increase a few degrees every day.”

— Sammy Hadi, Meteorologist (newsdirectory3.com)

“we can still get significant cold fronts historically into March”

— Sammy Hadi, Meteorologist (newsdirectory3.com)

What’s next

The five-day forecast for Broward and Palm Beach counties indicates continued improvement, with sunny skies prevailing across North and South Florida, and only isolated showers expected in Central Florida.

The takeaway

The recent cold snap and fog in South Florida were linked to a moderate to severe drought affecting the region, with the Everglades experiencing extreme drought conditions. The warming trend and return of sunshine is a welcome relief, but the possibility of further cold fronts remains a concern as the region transitions into the warmer months.