Milwaukee, WI – A major weather shift is headed to Milwaukee for Tuesday, July 22nd, with sunny skies and a sharp rise in temperatures to a high of 81°F. According to the National Weather Service, the city will experience mostly sunny conditions throughout the day, with a slight breeze from the southwest at 10-15 mph. This marks a significant change from the more moderate temperatures over the weekend, bringing the first real summer-like heat of the week.
For those planning to travel or be outdoors, it’s important to stay hydrated and wear sunscreen. The warm weather will likely create traffic congestion, especially on major routes such as Interstate 43 and Interstate 94, as residents head out to enjoy the summer heat. Be cautious of increased activity around local parks and lakesides, as well as potential delays on popular roadways.
Looking ahead, Wednesday, July 23rd, will continue with sunny skies and a high of 94°F, so expect even hotter conditions. There’s a slight chance of thunderstorms overnight into Thursday morning. However, Thursday will cool down slightly to a high of 92°F, with a 30% chance of thunderstorms after 1 p.m. That will give way to more humid, potentially stormy weather into the weekend.
Extended 5-Day Forecast:
- Tuesday, July 22nd: Mostly sunny, high near 81°F.
- Tuesday Night: Clear skies, low around 71°F.
- Wednesday, July 23rd: Mostly sunny, high near 94°F, slight chance of thunderstorms after 4 a.m.
- Thursday, July 24th: Mostly sunny, high around 92°F, with a chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon.
- Friday, July 25th: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, partly sunny, high near 84°F.
