Milwaukee, WI – Rain returns to Wisconsin early Friday, bringing potential thunderstorms and travel delays across the Milwaukee area just before morning rush hour.
According to the National Weather Service, showers are expected to begin around 4 a.m. Friday, with scattered thunderstorms possible through the late morning. Breezy southwest winds up to 25 mph may affect drivers on I-94 and I-43. Precipitation chances rise again Saturday night, with a 90% chance of rain and half an inch possible by Sunday morning.
Friday’s temperatures will reach a high near 58°F before dropping to 39°F overnight. Winds shift from the southwest to northwest, maintaining gusts that could reduce visibility, particularly in open areas. Milwaukee residents are urged to allow extra commute time, use headlights in rain, and check local alerts before heading out.
Looking ahead, the weekend brings mixed conditions. Saturday will start dry, with a high near 42°F and a rising chance of rain by evening. Thunderstorms could develop by nightfall. Sunday will remain rainy, especially early, before tapering off by afternoon. Temperatures will stay in the upper 40s.
The start of next week turns colder and clearer. Monday will be partly sunny with a high near 39°F. Tuesday and Wednesday bring renewed rain chances, peaking at 60% by midweek.
Five-Day Weather Snapshot for Milwaukee:
- Friday: Rain early, breezy, high 58°F
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, evening storms, high 42°F
- Sunday: Rain likely, high 48°F
- Monday: Partly sunny, colder, high 39°F
- Tuesday: More rain possible, high 49°F
