Wisconsin air feels crisp but calmer this morning, with pale sunshine stretching across Milwaukee and temperatures hovering near 33 degrees. A few clouds drift over Lake Michigan, and sidewalks remain dry for now. That changes as a February thaw builds quickly.
Highs climb to near 50 degrees this afternoon under mostly sunny skies. According to the National Weather Service in Milwaukee, winds stay light, shifting west around 5 mph before easing. Roads across I-94 and I-43 remain in good shape today, but melting snow piles may create damp patches by late day.
Monday turns even milder. Temperatures rise to 59 degrees as clouds gradually increase. South winds reach 15 mph at times, adding a springlike feel. By Tuesday, highs drop back to the low 40s under mostly cloudy skies, signaling the next shift.
Rain develops Tuesday night with an 80 percent chance of precipitation and lows near 41 degrees. A quarter inch or less is possible. Plan for slick pavement and slower travel into early Wednesday. Showers may linger Wednesday morning before partial clearing, with highs rebounding into the mid-50s.
Here’s the call-out for February: colder air filters in late week. By Thursday night, rain may mix with snow as temperatures dip near 30 degrees. Friday carries a 40 percent chance of snow with highs only in the mid-30s. Any wet pavement could refreeze, creating flash freezing risks after sunset.
Looking into President’s Day week and the 6–10 day outlook, milder-than-average temperatures are expected to expand across much of the central U.S. Spring vibes build, but late-winter swings remain possible in Wisconsin.
Five Day Outlook for Milwaukee, Wisconsin:
Today: Sunny, high 50°.
Monday: Mostly cloudy, high 59°.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, high 43°.
Wednesday: Chance of rain, high 56°.
Thursday: Increasing clouds, high 44°.
