Madison, Wisconsin – A relatively mild winter pattern is expected to persist across southern Wisconsin during the January 10–14 period, keeping the risk for significant snow accumulation low while allowing for occasional rain or brief wintry mixes.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, southern Wisconsin is favored to see above-normal temperatures during the 6–10 day window, with precipitation signals near normal. That setup supports mainly rain events, with only short windows where snow or mixed precipitation could occur, primarily overnight or during early morning hours.
Communities across south-central and southeastern Wisconsin, including Madison, Janesville, Milwaukee, and Waukesha, are most likely to see rain as systems move through. Farther west and southwest, including areas near Platteville and Prairie du Chien, brief rain-to-snow transitions are possible if colder air filters in behind passing systems. Any accumulation would likely be light and short-lived, confined to grassy or elevated surfaces.
Travel impacts are expected to remain limited, though isolated slick spots cannot be ruled out on untreated roads during colder early morning periods. Drivers should remain cautious during overnight precipitation, especially on secondary roads and bridges.
Overall, the pattern favors low-impact systems rather than winter storms. While brief advisories are possible if colder air lingers longer than expected, widespread snow alerts are not currently anticipated as the January 10–14 timeframe approaches.
