La Crosse, Wis. – A stormy stretch is setting up for western Wisconsin, with multiple rounds of rain and thunderstorms expected from Friday into Saturday. The unsettled weather could lead to slick roads, outdoor event disruptions, and minor localized flooding.
According to the National Weather Service in La Crosse, storms may begin late Thursday night and intensify Friday afternoon, with a 70 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms. Some areas could see between a quarter and half an inch of rainfall. Showers are expected to persist Friday night, with another strong chance of thunder Saturday.
Residents in La Crosse, Onalaska, and nearby towns should prepare for reduced visibility and slower travel during peak rain periods. Outdoor events and high school football games Friday evening may face delays or cancellations. Motorists are urged to allow extra travel time and avoid flooded roadways.
While Sunday may bring some breaks in rainfall, scattered showers and storm chances remain in the region through the evening. Additional advisories could be issued if rainfall totals climb higher than expected.
Five Day Forecast for La Crosse, WI
- Thursday: High near 83. Slight chance of storms in morning and evening.
- Friday: High near 77. Showers and thunderstorms likely, especially after 1 p.m.
- Saturday: High near 74. Chance of showers and thunderstorms through afternoon.
- Sunday: High near 77. Chance of showers and thunderstorms.
- Monday: High near 72. Mostly sunny and calmer conditions.
