Wisconsin – Light flakes drift across Milwaukee this morning, settling quietly on cold pavement and parked cars. The air feels sharp, and road surfaces look dull and damp, a setup that can turn slick fast as temperatures stay well below freezing.
According to the National Weather Service in Milwaukee/Sullivan, light snow accumulations of one inch or less are expected this morning across southeast Wisconsin. The snow may impact the morning commute, especially on untreated roads, bridges, and ramps. Later today and tonight, snow likely continues, with another round possible Friday morning.
A mix of light snow, under a half inch, and freezing drizzle is expected tonight into early Friday afternoon. That combination raises the risk of icy patches developing quickly, even where snowfall remains minimal. Travel conditions could deteriorate rapidly before sunrise Friday, particularly along I-94, I-43, and surface streets across Milwaukee, Waukesha, Racine, and Kenosha counties.
Temperatures remain cold through the period. Highs today reach near 31, then fall back into the 20s tonight. Gusty north winds Friday night may push wind chills into the single digits, while skies clear briefly and refreezing accelerates.
Saturday stays cold but quieter, with highs near 21 under increasing clouds. Another slight snow chance returns Saturday night before milder air edges in Sunday. Highs climb back toward 30 by Sunday afternoon, though road temperatures may lag behind air temperatures.
Drivers should slow down, allow extra braking distance, and watch for black ice, especially after snow melts slightly during daylight and refreezes later. Keep salt and winter gear handy.
Looking ahead, NOAA’s 6–10 day outlook signals a warming trend building into mid-February, with above-normal temperatures possible next week. For now, winter remains in control.
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Five Day Outlook for Milwaukee, Wisconsin
• Today: Snow likely, high near 31
• Tonight: Snow likely, low near 26
• Friday: Chance of snow, high near 35
• Saturday: Colder, increasing clouds, high near 21
• Sunday: Mostly cloudy, milder, high near 30
