La Crosse, WI – La Crosse residents should prepare for rainy conditions and strong winds on Thursday, with colder temperatures settling in for the weekend. The National Weather Service forecasts rain in the morning, followed by partly sunny skies and wind gusts reaching up to 25 mph by the afternoon.
According to the NWS, rain will likely fall before 9 a.m. on Thursday, with temperatures reaching a high of 42°F. Winds will shift to the northwest, increasing to 18 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. Travelers on Interstate 90 should expect slick roads early in the day before conditions improve.
By Friday, La Crosse will see mostly sunny skies, but strong southwest winds will persist, reaching speeds of 21 mph with gusts up to 34 mph. Temperatures will hit a high of 51°F before dropping to 21°F overnight.
The weekend brings colder conditions, with a high of 32°F on Saturday and light winds. Saturday night temperatures will plunge to 15°F. Sunday offers sunshine but remains chilly, with a high near 40°F.
Residents should prepare for fluctuating conditions and strong winds through Friday before calmer but colder weather settles in. Travelers should stay updated on road conditions, especially during morning commutes.
