La Crosse, WI – Rounds of showers and thunderstorms will define the work week across the region, bringing the potential for localized downpours and stronger storms before a significant pattern shift introduces oppressive heat and humidity for the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in La Crosse, storm chances will persist through Friday, impacting portions of southeast Minnesota, northeast Iowa, and southwest into central Wisconsin. While widespread severe weather is not anticipated, some stronger storms could produce hail and strong winds, creating hazardous conditions, particularly for drivers along Interstate 90.
Wednesday will see likely showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 10 a.m., with a high near 78 degrees. New rainfall amounts could reach up to half an inch, affecting outdoor activities and travel. The unsettled pattern continues into Juneteenth on Thursday, with a 50 percent chance of afternoon thunderstorms and a high climbing to 84. Another round of showers is possible Friday as temperatures push toward 86 degrees.
By the weekend, the primary concern transitions to dangerous heat. The weather outlook calls for hot and humid conditions, with afternoon heat indices expected to range from 90 to 100 degrees on Saturday and Sunday. Residents should prepare for the heat by staying hydrated, limiting strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest parts of the day, and checking on vulnerable neighbors. Storm chances return Monday.
Your five-day weather outlook:
- TUESDAY: [PARTLY SUNNY, THEN CHANCE OF T-STORMS] HIGH: 82°F
- WEDNESDAY: [SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS LIKELY] HIGH: 78°F
- THURSDAY: [SUNNY, THEN SLIGHT CHANCE T-STORMS] HIGH: 84°F
- FRIDAY: [CHANCE OF SHOWERS] HIGH: 86°F
- SATURDAY: [SUNNY WITH A CHANCE OF T-STORMS] HIGH: 91°F
