La Crosse, Wisconsin – Rain returns to southwest Wisconsin as a round of scattered thunderstorms and showers targets La Crosse by early afternoon Friday, July 25 — bringing potential travel disruptions along US-14 and soggy conditions for weekend events.
According to the National Weather Service, La Crosse has a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms Friday afternoon, with skies gradually clearing by evening. Temperatures will reach a humid high near 86°F, followed by a calm and partly cloudy night near 68°F. Storms may produce up to half an inch of rainfall in isolated pockets.
Saturday brings another shot of showers with a 30% chance, especially before 1 p.m., and a high near 84°F. Skies clear by nightfall, giving way to a sunny and hot Sunday with highs climbing to 90°F. Those attending outdoor events should prepare for heat and occasional pop-up showers through Sunday night, when chances for thunderstorms increase again (40%).
Prepare for shifting weather: Keep umbrellas and backup travel plans handy, especially if driving along rural roads like US-14 or attending weekend fairs or markets. Charge mobile devices in case of localized outages or alerts.
Looking Ahead:
- Monday, July 28: Mostly sunny, 92°F, light winds
- Monday Night: 20% storm chance, low of 71°F
- Tuesday, July 29: 30% storm chance, high near 86°F
- Tuesday Night: Calm and partly cloudy, low of 63°F
- Wednesday, July 30: Mostly sunny, high of 79°F
⚠️ Stay weather-aware as additional alerts may be issued through Sunday night into early next week.
