La Crosse, Wisconsin – Steamy heat and strong thunderstorms could disrupt morning plans across La Crosse and much of western Wisconsin on Monday, July 28, with dangerous heat index values topping 100°.
According to the National Weather Service in La Crosse, storms are expected to develop after 7 a.m. Monday, with damaging wind gusts the primary threat. The risk of severe weather follows dense fog that blanketed the region Sunday morning and precedes a week of fluctuating conditions that include additional rain chances and cooler air.
Storms Monday may be brief but impactful, with wind damage possible south of Interstate 94. Residents across Monroe, Vernon, and La Crosse counties should monitor alerts and avoid outdoor activities during peak storm hours. Keep phones charged and limit time outside, especially as heat index values could spike near 103° by midday.
Monday night brings another round of storms and increasing cloud cover, with rain chances lingering into Tuesday. Light winds will offer little relief overnight.
🔎 Five-Day Weather Outlook for La Crosse
Monday, July 28:
Storms possible before 7 a.m., then hot and mostly sunny. High near 92°. Heat index could reach 103°.
Tuesday, July 29:
Slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7 a.m., then partly sunny. High near 84° with light winds.
Wednesday, July 30:
20% chance of morning showers. High near 78°. Light northeast wind.
Thursday, July 31:
Sunny and calm. High near 78°, low around 56°.
Friday, August 1 – Saturday, August 2:
Dry and mild stretch ahead. Partly sunny with highs in the upper 70s. Ideal weekend for outdoor plans.
⚠️ Stay alert for updated warnings as Monday’s storms develop. More advisories could be issued by sunrise.
