Wisconsin — Gray skies press low over southeastern Wisconsin this morning, and the cold settles in quietly. Breath hangs in the air. Sidewalks feel firm underfoot as the day begins below freezing.
Temperatures hover near 31 degrees early, with clouds slow to break. Winds stay light at first, but a northwest breeze builds by late morning. Gusts near 30 mph make it feel colder, especially along the lakefront and open roadways. Drivers on I-94 and I-43 may notice crosswinds during the midday commute.
Despite sunshine trying to peek through, highs only reach the upper 30s today. Pavement remains dry, but shaded areas stay cold enough for lingering slick spots. Dress for wind exposure if spending extended time outdoors.
Colder air tightens its grip midweek. Wednesday stays mostly sunny but chilly, with highs near 33 and nighttime lows dropping toward 20. Calm winds allow temperatures to fall quickly after sunset, increasing the risk of refreezing where snowmelt remains. Bridges and overpasses freeze first during the late evening and early morning hours.
Thursday brings little change, with clouds holding temperatures in the mid-30s. By Friday, sunshine returns more confidently. Highs approach 40 degrees, hinting at a slow thaw heading into the weekend. Saturday continues that trend, reaching near 40 again.
Late Saturday into Sunday, light precipitation chances appear. A mix of rain and snow is possible at times, especially during cooler hours. Accumulations look limited for now, but timing could still affect travel plans.
Looking ahead, NOAA’s 6–10 day outlook signals above-normal temperatures developing across the Midwest. With the Great Lakes still heavily frozen, any thaw may bring temperature swings and patchy fog near the shoreline.
Plan layers today. Watch for icy patches after dark. How cold does it feel where you are this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Milwaukee, Wisconsin
• Today: Partly sunny, windy, high near 37°
• Tonight: Partly cloudy, low near 23°
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 33°
• Thursday: Mostly cloudy, high near 34°
• Friday: Sunny, high near 40°
