La Crosse, Wisconsin – Storms are likely to drench La Crosse and nearby counties by early Saturday afternoon, with damaging wind gusts and heavy rain posing travel risks into the evening.
According to the National Weather Service in La Crosse, a severe thunderstorm could develop after 2 p.m. Saturday, producing gusts over 25 mph and rainfall totals near one inch. With a 90% chance of precipitation and a heat index approaching 97°, those planning to be outdoors should stay hydrated and monitor weather alerts closely.
Localized street flooding and reduced visibility may create hazards along US Highway 14 and Highway 61, especially during peak rainfall between 3 and 6 p.m. Storms will taper by midnight, but winds could continue to gust up to 18 mph, particularly near river valleys and open fields.
Sunday offers a brief break with dry skies and a high near 83°, though another round of showers and thunderstorms returns by Monday night. Temperatures remain seasonable but humid through midweek.
5-Day La Crosse Forecast (Saturday, July 5 – Wednesday, July 10):
- Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms likely after 2 p.m., high near 87°. Winds SW at 10–14 mph, gusts up to 25 mph.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 83°, calm winds.
- Monday: Partly sunny, slight chance of p.m. storms, high 84°.
- Tuesday: 40% chance of thunderstorms, high 84°, low around 66°.
- Wednesday: Slight chance of p.m. showers and storms, high 86°, low 64°.
