La Crosse, WI – The first weekend of spring in Wisconsin will start mild but could bring a mix of rain and snow by Sunday night. Temperatures will climb into the upper 40s Friday before a system moves in, bringing rain and a slight chance of snow by the end of the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, La Crosse will see partly cloudy skies overnight, with lows around 21°F. Friday will be mostly cloudy, with a high near 48°F and a 20% chance of rain in the afternoon. Winds from the southwest will range from 5 to 9 mph, with gusts up to 22 mph.
The weekend begins with sunny skies and a high of 44°F on Saturday, but rain is expected late at night, possibly mixing with snow before sunrise Sunday. By Sunday, temperatures will rise to 49°F, but an 80% chance of precipitation could bring rain and snow, particularly in the evening. Wind gusts may reach 22 mph as colder air moves in.
Drivers on I-90 and other major roadways should prepare for changing conditions, particularly by Sunday night. Those traveling early Monday may encounter slick roads as temperatures drop to 28°F with lingering precipitation.
Looking ahead, next week starts with partly cloudy skies and mild temperatures, with another slight chance of rain by Tuesday. Stay updated with the latest forecasts as spring weather remains unpredictable in Wisconsin.
