National Weather ServiceTexasFreezing Fog AdvisoryArchive to October 1, 2026
Freezing Fog Advisories in Texas
The National Weather Service issued 7 freezing fog advisories for Texas in 2025 and 11 a year on average in 2008-2025; in 2021-2025 it had the 4th most of any state. 2026 through September: 10, 46% above the average of 7 for those months in 2008-2025. Andrews was covered most often (39 times since 2008).
How many freezing fog advisories does Texas get?
Every freezing fog advisory that covered part of Texas. 2026 is an outline: the year is not over.
The numbers
| Year | Count |
|---|---|
| 2026 (through September) | 10 |
| 2025 | 7 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2012 | 2 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2010 | 33 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2008 | 1 |
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
When in the year does Texas get them?
Sum of 2008-2025; the busiest month is labelled.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
Where in Texas?
| County or forecast zone | Since 2008 | Since 2023 | Last issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andrews | 39 | 2 | January 27, 2026 |
| Gaines | 39 | 3 | January 31, 2026 |
| Ector | 37 | 2 | January 27, 2026 |
| Martin | 37 | 2 | January 27, 2026 |
| Midland | 36 | 2 | January 27, 2026 |
| Potter | 36 | 3 | December 14, 2025 |
| Carson | 35 | 1 | January 22, 2024 |
| Randall | 35 | 2 | January 23, 2024 |
| Armstrong | 34 | 1 | January 22, 2024 |
| Dawson | 34 | 2 | January 27, 2026 |
| Gray | 33 | 2 | February 5, 2025 |
| Glasscock | 31 | 2 | January 27, 2026 |
The NWS issues these products for counties or forecast zones; a zone can be part of a county or a mountain range.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
What is a freezing fog advisory?
A freezing fog advisory means fog will freeze on roads, bridges and other surfaces, making them slippery while it cuts visibility. An advisory is issued for a hazard less serious than a warning that can still cause inconvenience or danger if people are not careful. The national record · Every warning type in Texas.