Milwaukee, Wisconsin – A narrow band of lake-effect snow moving off Lake Michigan may bring localized snowfall to parts of far southeastern Wisconsin this morning, with impacts focused along the immediate shoreline and nearby travel corridors.
According to the National Weather Service in Milwaukee, a lake-effect snow band is expected to drift west from Lake Michigan between 6 a.m. and 2 p.m. today, with approximately a 60% chance of reaching the shoreline. If the band moves inland, snowfall totals of around 1 inch are possible along the lakeshore, particularly in Racine and Kenosha counties. Areas farther inland, including locations along and just south of Interstate 94, may see only a dusting or a fraction of an inch.
Forecasters note there is still about a 40% chance the snow band remains offshore, which would result in dry conditions or only brief flurries for much of the area. Because lake-effect snow bands are narrow and sensitive to wind direction, snowfall amounts may vary sharply over short distances.
Potential impacts include light snow showers, localized 1-inch accumulations near the shoreline, reduced visibility, and minor travel slowdowns, especially during the morning commute. Drivers traveling along I-94 and nearby surface roads in Racine and Kenosha counties should be prepared for quickly changing conditions if the band reaches land.
The National Weather Service expects the lake-effect band to shift back east over Lake Michigan by early to mid-afternoon, ending any snow impacts. Looking ahead, forecasters are also monitoring a separate clipper system expected Sunday afternoon into Sunday night, which could bring light snowfall of less than 1 inch region-wide, with snow tapering off late Sunday night.
Most of the upcoming workweek is expected to be dry after Sunday night, allowing road conditions to improve. Residents are encouraged to monitor updates through the morning, as small changes in wind direction could significantly affect who sees snow and who does not.
