La Crosse, WI – Wisconsin residents should prepare for a noticeable weather shift midweek as fall temperatures settle in and showers return to the La Crosse area. After a mild Columbus Day, conditions will turn wetter by Wednesday, possibly affecting morning and afternoon commutes along U.S. Highway 53 and I-90.
According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday will bring increasing clouds with highs near 61°F and a 20% chance of light afternoon showers. By Wednesday, a stronger system moves in with up to a 50% chance of rain and gusts reaching 18 mph. Commuters are urged to keep umbrellas and rain gear handy as roads could become slick during peak travel times.
Thursday and Friday will continue the cool, breezy trend, with highs in the upper 60s and scattered showers possible. Winds from the southwest could make leaf collection and outdoor activities more challenging.
Heading into the weekend, residents can expect drier skies with daytime highs near 60°F—perfect for pumpkin patch visits or early Halloween decorating. However, the fall chill will linger in the evenings, with lows dipping into the mid-40s.
Drivers along I-90 should plan for slower travel Wednesday morning and consider alternate routes if rain intensifies.
