Wisconsin – A crisp 33-degree start greets early commuters as calm winds and dry pavement hold before sunrise. Skies remain partly cloudy over Milwaukee, but bigger changes arrive within 48 hours. Drivers along I-94 and I-43 see quiet conditions now, yet rain and even snow loom later this week.
According to the National Weather Service in Milwaukee, highs climb to 60°F later today under mostly sunny skies. Winds increase from the west at 10 to 15 mph. That brief February thaw sets the stage for a wetter pattern by Tuesday night.
Rain becomes likely after 3 a.m. Tuesday night, with a 70% chance of precipitation. Rainfall totals may range from a tenth to a quarter inch, with higher amounts in thunderstorms. Temperatures hold near 41°F overnight, limiting any wintry issues at first.
By Wednesday, February 18, clouds linger before partial clearing. Highs reach the mid-50s. Another system arrives Thursday. A 20% rain chance develops during the day, then moisture deepens Thursday night. Forecasters signal a 60% chance of rain changing to snow as temperatures fall to 33°F. That transition could create slick spots on bridges and untreated roads before Friday morning.
Friday trends colder with highs near 39°F and a lingering rain or snow chance. Light snow showers remain possible into Saturday, with highs in the 30s.
Looking ahead to early next week, President’s Day Week favors gradual moderation. The 6- to 10-day outlook supports near- to above-normal temperatures across southern Wisconsin. While no heavy snow is locked in, this remains February in Milwaukee. Any late-week system could still shift colder and bring accumulating snow. Stay tuned for updated Winter Weather alerts.
