La Crosse, WI – A quiet start to the week across western Wisconsin may not last long, as colder air and late-week rain could disrupt travel by Thursday evening. Early risers Tuesday are stepping out to damp, overcast skies and a brisk 39°F, but a brief warm-up through midweek could be followed by a sharp cooldown — the kind that hints at winter’s slow arrival.
According to the National Weather Service in La Crosse, Wednesday should stay mild near 55°F under mostly sunny skies before clouds increase Thursday. Winds will turn northwest at 12 to 17 mph, a signal of colder air settling in by late week. By Thursday night, a 50 percent chance of rain is expected, with light precipitation continuing into Friday. Temperatures will dip toward the freezing mark Friday night, opening the door to the region’s first potential rain-snow mix by early Saturday.
Residents planning weekend travel or outdoor Veterans Day events should stay alert. Saturday’s system could bring scattered rain or slushy flakes before tapering off into a chilly Sunday morning near 30°F. Though no major accumulation is expected yet, forecasters note this may be the region’s first “test run” for early-season travel delays.
After all, November in Wisconsin often starts quietly — then turns on a dime. For now, it’s a good week to finish leaf cleanup and prep vehicles for colder days ahead.
