Madison, WI – Central and southern Wisconsin could see a quick round of accumulating snow late Monday into early Tuesday, with the National Weather Service (NWS) highlighting a narrow corridor where 1 inch or more of wet snow is possible.
According to the NWS La Crosse office, a band of precipitation will move into the region Monday evening, beginning as rain before switching to snow overnight. Forecasters say the exact placement of this band may still shift, but the highest probabilities currently stretch from areas near La Crosse through Tomah, Wisconsin Dells, Richland Center, and toward Madison.
Where the heaviest burst of snow falls, accumulations of 1 inch or more are most likely on grassy, elevated, and untreated surfaces. Road impacts are possible if the changeover to snow happens earlier than expected.
The NWS notes that timing could affect the Tuesday morning commute, especially across parts of central and southern Wisconsin where snow rates may briefly reduce visibility. While widespread roadway issues are not guaranteed, the agency recommends preparing for slower travel in localized heavier bands.
Forecast confidence remains moderate due to the narrow nature of the system. Even a small shift north or south could substantially change where measurable snow occurs.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts Monday evening and early Tuesday as precipitation type and intensity may fluctuate. Light snow may linger into the morning hours before tapering off later in the day.
This early-season event follows recent temperature swings across the region, with colder air settling in behind the system by midweek.
