Green Bay, Wis. – A quiet start to the week in Wisconsin may give way to gusty winds and isolated thunderstorms by Friday afternoon, particularly across central and eastern parts of the state.
According to the National Weather Service in Green Bay, a few stronger storms could develop between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Friday, with gusts up to 22 mph and a 60% chance of rain over areas like Green Bay, Appleton, and Waupaca. While severe weather isn’t expected, hail and locally strong winds are possible in storm cells.
Thursday brings mostly cloudy skies with a slight chance of morning showers, but attention shifts to Friday’s unstable air mass. Patchy smoke may also drift into the region Thursday night, reducing visibility and air quality briefly. Roads like U.S. Highway 41 and I-43 could see wet conditions into the evening commute.
Residents planning outdoor events or travel Friday afternoon should stay weather-aware and move plans indoors if thunder is heard. Keep devices charged and secure lightweight items outside in case gusts pick up.
After Friday’s storms, clear skies return by Saturday with highs near 72°F. Another chance for rain arrives midweek. Updates will follow if Friday’s storm risk intensifies.
