La Crosse, Wisconsin – Another round of freezing drizzle is possible tonight across parts of western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa, potentially creating slick travel conditions before daybreak Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in La Crosse, there is a 30 to 70 percent chance of freezing drizzle developing overnight. While any ice accumulation is expected to remain minor, untreated surfaces could become slick, especially on bridges, overpasses, and secondary roads.
Forecasters indicate that areas north of Interstate 94 are more likely to see predominantly light snow, while locations south and west—including parts of I-90 near La Crosse and Winona, US-52 near Rochester, and US-18 near Prairie du Chien—may experience pockets of freezing drizzle. Precipitation amounts overall are expected to be light.
The primary concern is timing. Freezing drizzle is expected to persist through the overnight hours, with conditions improving around sunrise Friday as temperatures gradually rise above freezing. However, the National Weather Service cautions that if temperatures warm more slowly than expected, icing impacts could linger into the Friday morning commute.
Travel impacts are expected to remain low to moderate, but even small amounts of ice can lead to sudden slick spots. Drivers traveling overnight or early Friday morning are urged to reduce speeds and remain alert for changing road conditions.
The National Weather Service recommends checking road conditions before heading out and allowing extra travel time if commuting early Friday. Pedestrians should also use caution on sidewalks and parking lots.
This setup may particularly affect early-morning commuters, school transportation, healthcare workers, and delivery drivers, especially in areas where freezing drizzle develops instead of snow.
Residents are encouraged to monitor forecast updates and local road reports overnight as conditions evolve across the region.
