La Crosse, Wisconsin – Showers and gusty winds will pound La Crosse Monday and Tuesday, prompting a spring weather alert for commuters and homeowners alike.
According to the National Weather Service, rain begins Monday morning with a 70% chance of precipitation through the afternoon. Winds will pick up quickly, shifting from north to northeast at 9 to 14 mph, with gusts reaching 25 mph. Showers intensify into Monday night and continue into Tuesday morning with another 70% chance of rain. Between 1 and 2 inches of rainfall are expected across La Crosse County.
Expect slick conditions on major roads, especially along Highway 14 and areas near the Mississippi River. Drivers should slow down and avoid flooded intersections. Wind gusts may also down small branches or cause minor power flickers, especially on elevated roadways or bridges.
Temperatures will remain springlike, with highs in the 50s and lows in the low-to-mid 40s. By Wednesday, conditions begin to stabilize with partial sunshine and calmer winds. Still, a lingering 40% chance of rain persists into Thursday morning.
Here’s a 5-Day Forecast for La Crosse:
- Monday: Showers likely, breezy. High 52°F.
- Monday Night: Mostly clear. Low 34°F.
- Tuesday: More showers likely. High 59°F.
- Tuesday Night: 40% chance of showers. Low 43°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny. High 71°F.
- Thursday: 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms. High 65°F.
