La Crosse, WI — Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected across central Wisconsin today, with much cooler air arriving late this week. Residents should prepare for a sharp drop in temperatures on Friday as conditions shift. After today’s showers, Friday will bring isolated rain chances, with temperatures dipping into the low 40s overnight. The National Weather Service warns that patchy frost is possible in northern and central regions by Saturday morning.
According to the US National Weather Service La Crosse, today’s temperatures will range between 75 to 80 degrees before dropping to the 45-55 range tonight. Friday will see highs between 65 and 70, with overnight lows as cold as 35 in some areas. Residents are urged to protect sensitive plants ahead of potential frost.
The cooler air will persist through the weekend, with Saturday highs of 65 to 70 and lows dipping to 40-50 degrees. By Sunday, conditions will warm, with highs reaching 73 to 78 degrees. Prepare for drier conditions early next week, but remain cautious of early morning frost in northern areas.