Wisconsin – Frost crunches underfoot this morning in western Wisconsin as clear skies and calm winds pull temperatures into the 20s. The air feels sharp along the Mississippi River, and early commuters encounter cold pavement that warms only slowly after sunrise.
Today turns mostly sunny in La Crosse, with highs climbing near 37. Winds ease this afternoon, helping conditions feel calmer than the thermometer suggests. Tonight clouds increase, trapping cold air near the surface. Lows fall near 22, keeping untreated roads and sidewalks firm but dry.
Wednesday stays mostly cloudy and cool. Highs again reach the upper 30s, but a slight chance of drizzle develops late in the day. According to the National Weather Service, moisture remains limited at first, though damp roads could begin showing up toward evening.
Christmas Day looks quiet and seasonable. Clouds linger, highs hold near 37, and travel conditions remain favorable through daylight hours. For now, it’s a calm holiday setup across western Wisconsin, with no major Winter Weather disruptions expected during daytime travel.
That changes Thursday night. Rain chances increase after sunset, with temperatures hovering near the low 30s. Wet roads could develop quickly along Highway 53, Highway 16, and river crossings. With colder air nearby, drivers should stay alert for slick patches late.
Friday turns milder, with highs near 42. Any lingering rain tapers, and roads improve during the day. This window may offer the best post-Christmas travel conditions before colder air surges back into the region.
By Saturday night, colder winds arrive. Lows plunge toward the teens, and any leftover moisture risks freezing. Sunday reinforces the Cold Snap, with gusty northwest winds and highs near 17. Winter firmly tightens its grip heading into next week.
Plan trips earlier in the day when possible. Watch bridges after dark. Traveling for the holidays? Let us know what road conditions you’re seeing around La Crosse.
Five Day Outlook – La Crosse, Wisconsin
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny. High near 37.
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy. High near 37. Slight drizzle late.
- Thursday (Christmas Day): Mostly cloudy. High near 37.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy. High near 42.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy. High near 42, colder late.
