La Crosse, Wisconsin – Sunshine and summerlike warmth will dominate La Crosse this Memorial Day weekend, with clear skies and highs climbing near 88°F by Saturday. Travelers and families planning outdoor events can expect smooth conditions across Highway 16 and throughout western Wisconsin through Monday.
According to the National Weather Service, Saturday will be sunny with calm winds shifting north around 6 mph in the afternoon. Sunday brings more of the same, with highs near 70°F and light breezes. Memorial Day stays mostly sunny and mild, topping out near 69°F before clouds increase Monday night.
No severe weather is expected through the holiday. However, forecasters note a 20% chance of overnight showers Monday into Tuesday, followed by a higher 40% rain chance Tuesday afternoon. Those staying outdoors overnight should secure belongings and monitor updates.
Daily highs will remain warm, reaching the upper 60s to low 70s through midweek. Wednesday offers partly sunny skies and a 30% rain chance by afternoon. Thunderstorms may return Thursday, with temperatures again near 72°F.
Plan ahead: charge devices, prep tents or canopies for potential Tuesday night moisture, and stay tuned to NWS La Crosse for evolving updates. This is a classic Upper Midwest transition pattern — dry through Memorial Day, then unsettled midweek.
Expect the next weather alert Monday night if rain chances increase.
