Wisconsin roads carry a dull winter sheen this morning as temperatures sit near 26 degrees, setting the stage for slippery travel later today.
Clouds linger across northeast Wisconsin, but the bigger concern arrives this evening. According to the National Weather Service in Green Bay, patchy freezing drizzle may develop tonight, especially south of Highway 29. Untreated roads could turn slick quickly as moisture freezes on contact.
Drivers may not immediately notice the danger. Pavement can look merely wet while thin ice forms underneath. Bridges, overpasses, and lesser-traveled roads tend to freeze first. Plan extra time if heading out after sunset.
Christmas Day brings mostly cloudy skies and highs near 33 degrees. Winds increase at times, but daytime travel improves slightly as temperatures rise above freezing. Even so, shaded areas may remain icy early.
The weather becomes more complicated heading into late Thursday and Friday. Meteorologists are tracking mixed winter precipitation, with freezing rain the primary threat, especially north and west of the Fox Valley. Minor snow and sleet accumulations are also possible, enough to create hazardous driving conditions during peak travel windows.
Friday stays unsettled with rain likely early, then a rain-snow mix later. Highs reach the upper 30s, which may help reduce ice during the day. Conditions quiet down Saturday, offering a calmer window for post-Christmas travel.
Still, colder air returns quickly. By Sunday night and early next week, temperatures plunge into the single digits, raising concerns for flash freezing wherever moisture remains.
Meteorologists emphasize that ice, not snow, poses the greatest risk this time of year.
Slow down tonight. Watch for sudden slick spots. Winter driving demands patience.
📅 Five-Day Outlook — Green Bay, WI
- Today: Cloudy. High near 36°F
- Christmas Day: Mostly cloudy. High near 33°F
- Friday: Rain likely, slight snow chance late. High near 37°F
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy. High near 39°F
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy, colder. High near 33°F
