On the threshold of climatic winter, it is common for banks to form fog On Spanish roads. These phenomena are caused by the discrepancy between night-time cooling and the thermal inversion effect. It can hold up traffic First thing in the morning.
Therefore, it is expected that at the end of this week, and especially throughout the day on Saturday, weather conditions will be favorable for the formation of these foggy hills. In fact, AEMET is activated Notices to this effect in three Spanish provincesAccording to the meteorological portal Meteored.
These are provinces Zamora, Valladolid and Valenciawhere AEMET calls for caution due to the formation of fog banks. Driving in it may be difficult during the early hours of the morning, even before sunrise, which greatly complicates visibility.
According to AEMET, it can accompany fog EngravedIt is an atmospheric phenomenon represented by the formation of ice on objects exposed to the wind. As Meteored explains, an example of this occurs in areas where the temperature is very low and there is a lot of wind. There, fog droplets disperse in the air, but freeze when they come into contact with stable surfaces. It is the white blanket that we can see in some winter landscapes.
Authorities strongly recommend that, if driving through fog banks, Reduce speed and use fog lights. In addition, you must pay special attention to the road, keep the car windows clean, If visibility is difficult or non-existent, it is better not to risk it Find a rest area to stop until conditions improve.