Black ice on the road is a recipe for disaster. Here’s what it is, how it forms, and where it’s often hiding in plain sight.

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Black ice, which is actually transparent, is the term for the thin coating of ice that can form on an otherwise clear road, turning it from steady surface to skating rink.

Black ice is a clear glaze of ice that can form on roads, sidewalks and driveways because it forms without creating bubbles. It blends into the surface, becoming nearly impossible to see.

Black ice is different from a white or gray layer of ice that can form when roadways have been plowed or driven on, packing the snow or hail so that it freezes into a slippery layer.

Black ice is a thin transparent layer of ice that blends into the road. It’s caused when the temperature rises above freezing, which allows snow to slowly melt, causing road surfaces to become wet.

Black ice is hard to see most of the time, but with the right lighting, drivers can look out for a smooth and glossy surface on the road to detect it.

Black Ice Explainer. Black ice gets its name because it blends in so well with the black pavement underneath. It can be very hard to spot, but you can usually catch it due to its shiny appearance.

Black ice is a thin transparent layer of ice that blends into the road. It’s caused when the temperature rises above freezing, which allows snow to slowly melt, causing road surfaces to become wet.