Wisconsin – A cold, steady rain taps across Milwaukee before dawn, glazing roads in a thin sheen and hinting at the winter shift pushing into eastern Wisconsin. Farther inland, snow mixes in with the rain, leaving a faint slush on darker pavement. With Thanksgiving travel ramping up, commuters should expect slick bridges and slower travel on I-94 and surface routes through the morning.
According to the National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan office, a rain–snow mix continues today as colder air filters in from the north. Accumulations of 1 to 2 inches remain possible across parts of central Wisconsin, while areas closer to Lake Michigan stay mainly wet. Forecasters warn that the slushy coating may be enough to create trouble on untreated roads, especially in the early daylight hours. Drivers should allow extra time, use headlights in steady precipitation, and watch for quickly changing traction.
According to meteorologists, conditions improve through the afternoon as drier air works in and clouds begin to thin. Wednesday brings a temporary quiet stretch with mostly cloudy skies and highs in the mid-40s. The next system edges in Thursday and may bring light rain during the afternoon. To be fair, this round looks less impactful than today’s mix, but a reinforcing push of cold air behind it sets the stage for a “Winter Tease” this weekend. Early morning frost is possible inland, and long-range models hint at a small snow chance north of Milwaukee before Thanksgiving week deepens.
For now, residents should focus on safe travel today. Slow down on wet or slushy roads, clear windshields thoroughly, and check tire tread ahead of the holiday surge. Even light snow can create outsized problems when traffic volumes rise.
Five-Day Forecast for Milwaukee, WI:
Tue: 40/37 – Rain early; slushy mix inland with slick spots.
Wed: 45/38 – Mostly cloudy; calmer winds.
Thu: 53/34 – Mostly cloudy; slight afternoon rain chance.
Fri: 47/31 – Mostly sunny; colder breeze.
Sat: 48/36 – Partly cloudy; early frost inland.
