La Crosse, Wis. – Thunderstorms could roll into the La Crosse area Tuesday afternoon, July 22, disrupting travel and outdoor activities as heat and humidity rise again across western Wisconsin.
According to the National Weather Service in La Crosse, there’s a 40% chance of thunderstorms developing after 1 p.m. Tuesday, with isolated showers possible earlier in the morning. Highs will approach 87°F, and a heat index nearing 92°F is expected. Winds from the south may gust up to 18 mph. The storms could bring brief heavy rainfall, lightning, and slick conditions, especially along U.S. Highway 53 and nearby rural roads.
Skies will remain partly cloudy Tuesday night, with a continued chance of showers and a low around 75°F. Rain chances persist through Thursday evening, peaking at 60% Thursday night as another round of thunderstorms sweeps in.
5-Day Forecast Outlook:
- Tuesday, July 22: High of 87°F. Chance of afternoon thunderstorms. Heat index near 92°F. Breezy south winds.
- Wednesday, July 23: Sunny, hot, and dry. High of 93°F. Winds gusting up to 18 mph.
- Thursday, July 24: Showers likely by afternoon. Storms possible Thursday night. High near 87°F.
- Friday, July 25: Mostly sunny with a slight chance of storms after 1 p.m. High near 87°F.
- Saturday–Sunday (July 26–27): Unsettled pattern continues with 20%–30% chances of showers and storms each day. Highs in the mid-to-upper 80s.
