Wisconsin greets the morning with a sharp February bite along the Mississippi River. Temperatures sit at 24 degrees in La Crosse, and the wind chill hovers near 14. The air feels brisk on State Street, and frost clings to windshields near I-90.
Sunshine dominates today, helping highs climb to 40 degrees this afternoon. That rebound will soften snow piles and create damp pavement across La Crosse County. As melting begins, watch shaded sidewalks and riverfront paths.
Skies turn partly cloudy tonight with lows dipping to 26 degrees. Any melted snow can refreeze after sunset. This is the time of year when flash freezing catches drivers off guard. Bridges over the Mississippi and elevated ramps along Highway 53 cool quickly.
Thursday brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 45. Winds ease, making the afternoon feel noticeably milder. Friday pushes even warmer, reaching 49 degrees under bright February sun.
Valentine’s Weekend, February 13-15, delivers a clear spring tease. Saturday reaches 51 degrees with sunshine. Sunday rises to 52, continuing the thaw across western Wisconsin.
Early next week trends even milder. Highs climb into the lower 50s by Monday, with mid-50s possible by Tuesday. Longer-range outlooks signal temperatures running 10 to 20 degrees above average across much of the central U.S., hinting at a broader late-winter warmup.
For now, mornings still carry winter’s edge. Dress in layers and stay alert for slick spots after sunset. Are you noticing icy patches on neighborhood roads as temperatures fall tonight?
Five Day Outlook for La Crosse, WI:
Today: Sunny, high 40.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 45.
Friday: Sunny, high 49.
Saturday: Sunny, high 51.
Sunday: Sunny, high 52.
