Wisconsin – A sharp chill hangs in the air this morning across La Crosse, where brisk northwest winds push wind chills near freezing and leave sidewalks and bridges feeling slick in spots.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures are hovering near 40°F early today, with winds gusting up to 25 mph. Those winds will ease later, but the bigger concern shifts to widespread frost developing by early Sunday morning as temperatures fall toward 30°F across western Wisconsin.
Across La Crosse, Onalaska, and the Mississippi River corridor, early risers may notice damp pavement from recent moisture. As temperatures dip again tonight into early Sunday, that moisture can refreeze, creating patchy slick spots on untreated roads and bridges. Plan extra time if heading out early, especially on Highway 53 and local rural routes.
Conditions improve quickly by later Sunday, with sunshine returning but highs staying cool near 48°F. The pattern reflects a broader Midwest cooldown tied to a cold front sweeping east, bringing below-average temperatures and reinforcing that early-spring chill.
By Monday, a noticeable shift begins. Sunshine returns with highs climbing into the upper 50s, followed by a stronger warm-up Tuesday when temperatures jump to around 71°F. That rapid swing may stress early-season plants, so gardeners should stay alert for frost damage.
Looking ahead, midweek continues mild with highs in the 70s before rain chances return late week, potentially slowing the warm-up slightly.
Five Day Forecast for La Crosse, WI:
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 45°F
Sunday: Frost early, then sunny, high near 48°F
Monday: Sunny, high near 57°F
Tuesday: Sunny, high near 71°F
Wednesday: Sunny, high near 74°F
