La Crosse, Wis. – Drivers across western Wisconsin may face patchy fog early Thursday before skies clear for a stretch of mostly sunny days leading into the Labor Day holiday. Afternoon highs will hover in the mid- to upper-70s, with calm winds keeping conditions comfortable.
According to the National Weather Service in La Crosse, a slight chance of showers develops Friday afternoon, though most of the region will stay dry through the weekend. Temperatures will remain seasonable, topping out around 73 degrees Friday and climbing into the mid-70s Saturday and Sunday.
The best weather for holiday gatherings is expected Monday, with sunshine and highs near 75. Skies stay partly cloudy Sunday night into Monday night, though no rain is expected until Tuesday.
By Tuesday, a 20 to 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms will move into the La Crosse area, bringing the first measurable rain in several days. Storms could continue into Wednesday, potentially affecting both the morning commute and outdoor activities.
Residents planning outdoor events are encouraged to enjoy the dry weekend while keeping an eye on forecasts for possible midweek storms. Additional advisories could be issued if storms intensify early next week.
Five Day Forecast for La Crosse, WI
- Thursday: Patchy fog early, then sunny. High 78°F.
- Friday: Partly sunny, slight chance of showers. High 73°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny. High 75°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny. High 74°F.
- Labor Day Monday: Sunny, pleasant. High 75°F.
