La Crosse, Wisconsin – A winter system moving into western Wisconsin late Friday could bring accumulating snow and slippery travel conditions that linger through much of Saturday, prompting residents to prepare for minor but widespread winter impacts.
According to the National Weather Service in La Crosse, snow is expected to develop late Friday and continue through Saturday as a broad system moves across the Upper Midwest. While significant disruptions are not anticipated at this time, the probability of minor impacts is increasing, especially in areas that see steadier snowfall rates.
Communities including La Crosse, Sparta, Black River Falls, Prairie du Chien, and Winona may experience periods of accumulating snow that could lead to slick roads and reduced visibility. Current outlooks suggest minor impacts to daily routines, but winter driving conditions may require extra caution, particularly on highways such as Interstate 90, Highway 14, and Highway 35.
Forecasters emphasize that snowfall totals remain uncertain and could change as the system draws closer. Even modest accumulations could cause travel slowdowns during peak periods on Saturday, especially if snow coincides with colder pavement temperatures.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts, allow extra travel time, and be prepared for changing road conditions. Additional advisories or winter weather headlines may be issued as confidence increases heading into Friday night.
