Wisconsin – Headlights glow across wet pavement this morning in the La Crosse area as steady rain falls along the Mississippi River valley. Light fog hangs over bridges and low-lying roads, keeping visibility reduced while early commuters navigate slick streets.
According to the National Weather Service in La Crosse, showers and occasional thunderstorms continue through the morning hours with rainfall totals between a quarter and half an inch possible. Temperatures hover near 43 degrees early, but readings gradually climb toward the lower 60s by afternoon as winds stay light from the south.
Drivers along Interstate 90, Highway 14, and US-53 should plan extra time this morning. Wet pavement and fog may briefly slow traffic, especially near river crossings and rural stretches where mist lingers over fields.
Rain remains likely through the evening before gradually tapering. Skies begin clearing Saturday, though cooler air briefly settles in. Afternoon temperatures may struggle near 41 degrees despite partial sunshine.
Conditions improve quickly for the second half of the weekend. Bright sunshine returns Sunday with highs near 60 degrees across western Wisconsin. Early Sunday morning also brings the annual time change. Clocks move forward at 2 a.m., giving the region longer daylight during the evening hours.
Early next week stays mild. Monday brings mostly sunny skies with temperatures again near the lower 60s. A developing system Tuesday could bring another round of rain showers, and colder air mixing in may briefly introduce rain and snow across parts of the Upper Mississippi Valley.
Meteorologists are also watching typical early-spring “flash freezing” risks later this month when daytime melting refreezes at night. That pattern can quickly create icy bridges and roads.
A broader warming trend appears likely later next week, with temperatures trending well above normal across the Midwest.
Traveling across western Wisconsin today? Let us know what conditions look like in your neighborhood.
Five Day Outlook — La Crosse, Wisconsin
Saturday: Chance of morning showers, then partly sunny. High near 41°F.
Sunday: Sunny and milder. High near 60°F.
Monday: Mostly sunny and pleasant. High near 61°F.
Tuesday: Slight chance rain or snow early, then scattered showers. High near 51°F.
Wednesday: Slight chance of rain or snow showers, cooler. High near 45°F.
