Wisconsin starts the day with a cold bite and a light dusting of snow, as flakes drift across La Crosse and coat roads in a thin, slick layer. Temperatures sit near 22°F, and wind gusts add an extra chill, keeping surfaces icy through the early commute.
A slight chance of snow lingers through the morning, especially on untreated roads and elevated surfaces. Drivers along US-14, Highway 35, and nearby bridges should stay alert. Roads may appear wet but can quickly turn slippery under passing snow bursts.
By late morning, skies begin to brighten and temperatures climb toward 41°F. That warming helps melt snow and improve driving conditions, but standing water may develop on roadways.
Use caution later in the day as temperatures drop again tonight near 33°F. Any leftover moisture could refreeze, creating patchy black ice. This is a classic flash-freeze setup, especially in shaded valleys and along the Mississippi River corridor.
Thursday continues the warming trend with partly sunny skies and highs near 47°F. By Friday, temperatures rise sharply to around 61°F, marking a clear shift into spring conditions.
Saturday delivers the biggest change, with sunshine and highs near 69°F. It will feel dramatically different from the cold start earlier in the week. Expect increased travel and outdoor activity across the region.
By Sunday, temperatures cool slightly into the upper 40s with partly sunny skies, keeping conditions comfortable but less springlike.
Five Day Outlook for La Crosse, Wisconsin:
Wednesday: Partly sunny after snow, high 41°F
Thursday: Partly sunny, high 47°F
Friday: Partly sunny, high 61°F
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 69°F
Sunday: Partly sunny, high 48°F
