La Crosse, Wisconsin – A gray dawn breaks quietly over the Mississippi River, where a few stray snowflakes still drift in the morning air. The pavement glistens faintly under the streetlights, a reminder of the season’s quickening turn. At 30°F, it’s a crisp Veterans Day morning across La Crosse and the Coulee Region — but a noticeable warm-up is waiting in the wings.
The National Weather Service reports isolated flurries will taper off early, giving way to partial sunshine and highs near 48°F. A light southeast breeze will strengthen this afternoon, gusting up to 25 mph as milder air begins its push into western Wisconsin. Veterans Day ceremonies and parades should stay dry, though the wind will add a brisk edge through late morning.
By Wednesday, sunshine dominates. Highs surge into the lower 50s, and breezes shift northwest, offering a steady and bright stretch ideal for outdoor work or travel along I-90 and U.S. 53. Thursday and Friday stay mild as highs climb into the upper 50s and low 60s — unusually warm for mid-November and perfect for late-season yard cleanup or early holiday decorating.
Looking into the weekend, conditions remain calm, though cloud cover builds Saturday with a small chance of showers late Sunday and Monday. Temperatures will cool modestly but stay above freezing, keeping any early snow at bay.
After last week’s frosty mornings and first flurries, this week brings a welcome pause — a “November reset” before colder, wetter systems edge back toward the Upper Midwest closer to Thanksgiving. For now, the air is brisk, the sun is returning, and travel looks smooth from La Crosse to Madison and beyond.
Five-Day Outlook for La Crosse, WI:
Mon: 48/29 – Isolated flurries early, clearing later.
Tue: 52/33 – Sunny, breezy, and mild.
Wed: 54/28 – Bright and calm.
Thu: 58/32 – Mostly sunny; warmer.
Fri: 60/45 – Mild, clouds building late.
