Wisconsin wakes up to swirling flakes, low visibility, and slick pavement. Headlights glow through misty snow as the morning commute begins.
Across Milwaukee, temperatures hover near 31 degrees early today. Light snow and fog mix with drizzle in spots, creating icy patches on untreated roads. Bridges and ramps along I-94, I-43, and I-794 pose the greatest risk right now. Plan extra time if traveling this morning.
Snow tapers as the morning wears on, but breezy northwest winds increase. Gusts near 30 mph develop, pushing wind chills into the single digits despite temperatures rising to around 34 degrees. Blowing snow may briefly reduce visibility, especially in open areas.
Conditions improve slightly by afternoon as skies turn partly sunny. Roads dry gradually, though shaded areas may stay slick. For now, winter driving remains the theme.
Tonight turns sharply colder. Skies clear, winds stay strong, and temperatures plunge to around 6 degrees. Wind chills drop below zero, increasing frostbite risk for exposed skin. Keep layers ready if heading out late.
Saturday stays cold. Clouds increase, and highs struggle to reach 20 degrees. A weak system brings a slight chance of snow Saturday night, though accumulation looks minimal. Still, any light snow could lead to flash freezing as temperatures remain well below freezing.
Sunday remains mostly cloudy and cold, with highs near 29 degrees. Travel stays manageable, but icy spots may redevelop each morning.
By Monday, a subtle shift begins. Sunshine returns, and highs climb into the mid-30s. It feels milder but still wintry. Looking ahead to the six- to ten-day outlook, gradual warming continues. Several weak systems could bring occasional snow chances Tuesday into midweek, while temperatures trend closer to seasonal norms.
While the Great Lakes remain heavily frozen, longer-range signals hint at a thaw later next week.
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Five-Day Outlook – Milwaukee, WI
- Today: Snow early, windy. High 34°F
- Saturday: Cold, increasing clouds. High 20°F
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy. High 29°F
- Monday: Partly sunny. High 35°F
- Tuesday: Slight rain/snow chance. High 40°F
