Milwaukee, Wis. – Drivers across southern Wisconsin may wake to slick roads and poor visibility Wednesday as storms push through the region. Heavy rainfall and dense fog could make the morning commute dangerous, especially along I-94 and low-lying areas west of the Kettle Moraine. Motorists should slow down, leave extra space, and prepare for abrupt drops in visibility.
According to the National Weather Service in Milwaukee/Sullivan, pockets of fog will linger through sunrise Tuesday, but the bigger concern arrives Wednesday. A strong line of showers and thunderstorms will move in after sunrise, bringing rainfall totals up to an inch in some spots. Storms may also pack gusty winds and brief downpours, raising the risk of ponding on roadways.
Cities including Milwaukee, Waukesha, Racine, and Kenosha are expected to see the most significant impacts through Wednesday night. Travelers should allow for extra time, especially during morning and evening rush hours. Power outages and minor flooding cannot be ruled out if storms stall over urban areas.
Wednesday night will see rain taper off, but isolated storms may continue into early Thursday. By Friday, drier air arrives with more comfortable fall-like temperatures heading into the weekend.
Residents are urged to remain weather aware and check updates from the National Weather Service as conditions evolve. Spotter activation is not anticipated, but emergency alerts could be issued if storms intensify.
Five-Day Forecast for Milwaukee, WI
- Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. High near 72. Chance of rain 80%.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 63. Isolated showers possible at night.
- Friday: Partly sunny, high near 64. Breezy.
- Saturday: Mostly clear, high near 68. Cooler evening lows in the 40s.
- Sunday: Partly cloudy, high near 70. Light winds.
