Milwaukee, Wisconsin – Drivers across southeastern Wisconsin could hit wet pavement by midday Wednesday as a soaking rain system targets the Milwaukee area with a 70% chance of showers and potential downpours through the evening.
According to the National Weather Service, rain will begin after 1 p.m. Wednesday, with gusts up to 15 mph from the northeast. Commuters along I-43 and I-94 should anticipate slower travel and patchy roadway pooling, especially during the afternoon and evening rush. Winds remain breezy into the night as scattered showers linger.
By Thursday, cooler but drier air moves in, though another 30% chance of showers remains in play during the day. Conditions improve by Thursday night, turning partly cloudy with calmer winds around 5 mph.
Looking ahead, Friday brings a taste of summer with a high near 73°F and sunshine by noon. However, a 30% chance of thunderstorms could return by Friday night. Saturday and Sunday stay mostly sunny and seasonal, with daytime highs ranging from 66°F to 73°F.
Five-Day Summer Weather Outlook:
- Wednesday: Showers likely (70%) after 1 p.m., high of 57°F.
- Thursday: Chance showers early (30%), clearing later, high 64°F.
- Friday: Sunny and warm, storms possible late, high near 73°F.
- Saturday: Dry and pleasant, high around 66°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, warming to 73°F.
