Medford, Wisconsin – Gardeners across Clark and Taylor counties will need to act fast tonight as temperatures drop to near-freezing, bringing the risk of damaging frost by early Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service in La Crosse, a frost advisory is in effect from 2 a.m. to 8 a.m., with lows ranging from 32°F to 36°F. Cities including Neillsville and Medford are expected to see patchy frost that could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation.
Residents are urged to cover plants, move potted flowers indoors, and disconnect garden hoses to minimize the cold’s impact. This early-season frost may catch some by surprise, especially in low-lying rural areas more vulnerable to temperature dips.
While roads and travel aren’t expected to be affected, the cold snap is a clear sign that fall conditions are arriving in central Wisconsin. Additional frost advisories could follow if calm winds and clear skies persist into the weekend.
