ice fog

noun

1. (especially in the far north) a fog composed of minute ice crystals that form in the air in extremely cold temperatures.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ice fog¹

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

Winter nights create favorable conditions for different forms of fog, such as cold-air pool fog, ephemeral mountain valley fog and radiative ice fog.

From Science Daily

At temperatures that low, “ice fog” can result from breathing.

From Washington Post

"The crystals can be high up in cirrus clouds, or closer to the ground as diamond dust or ice fog," McKinnon said.

From Fox News

Beneath the thin layer of dry ice fog is a festive cocktail made with pumpkin liqueur and Fireball Cinnamon Whisky, which is given an extra sweet kick with apple cider and sour apple.

From Washington Post

“Cars put out a lot of water just from burning gasoline, and that helps thicken up ice fog,” said Thoman.

From Washington Times