Milwaukee, Wisconsin – Scorching heat and late-day storms could collide across southern Wisconsin on Tuesday, July 29th, bringing potential travel hazards and power outages. The National Weather Service warns of heat index values near 100°F and a 40% chance of thunderstorms developing by late afternoon.
According to the NWS office in Milwaukee/Sullivan, a complex of storms is expected to approach after 3 p.m., especially across areas west of I-39 and near the Illinois border. Strong wind gusts may accompany the storms, particularly in Milwaukee, Waukesha, Rock, and Kenosha counties. A Heat Advisory remains in effect for much of the region through Tuesday evening.
Residents should limit outdoor activity, stay hydrated, and delay non-essential travel, especially during peak heat hours from noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday’s high will reach 89°F in Milwaukee, but it may feel like 96° or more in urban zones.
Looking ahead:
- Tuesday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms lingers, especially before midnight, with a low near 67°F.
- Wednesday: A slight chance of storms before 10 a.m., then clearing and breezy with a high of 76°F.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and cooler, with a high of 75°F.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 78°F — marking the start of a mild weekend.
- Saturday–Sunday: Partly sunny to mostly sunny with highs in the upper 70s and no major weather disruptions expected.
Stay tuned for further updates as conditions evolve. Another round of thunderstorms may return midweek before summer temperatures moderate into early August.
