La Crosse, WI – Warmer temperatures will bring a taste of spring to western Wisconsin on Tuesday, but rain and snow could return midweek.
According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday will be mostly sunny in La Crosse, with a high near 64°F. Winds will be calm in the morning before picking up to around 18 mph in the afternoon. Clouds will move in by evening, with rain likely after 1 a.m. Wednesday.
By Wednesday morning, rain could mix with snow, with temperatures dropping to a high of 42°F. Winds will shift to the north, gusting up to 30 mph. Snow accumulation could reach an inch in some areas, making for slick road conditions during the morning commute.
Thursday will bring sunshine and a high near 42°F, offering a brief break from precipitation. Overnight lows will dip into the 20s before a milder trend returns Friday, with partly sunny skies and a high near 51°F.
Looking ahead, temperatures will continue to warm into the weekend, with highs in the low 50s. A slight chance of rain remains in the forecast Saturday and Sunday, but overall, conditions will improve.
Drivers should stay alert for changing road conditions Wednesday morning. For updated forecasts, visit the National Weather Service website or tune into local weather alerts.