Milwaukee and surrounding areas should prepare for a wet and stormy Wednesday, with showers and thunderstorms likely after 1 p.m. According to the National Weather Service, a 40% chance of rain and storms will develop by mid-afternoon, increasing to a 70% chance Wednesday night. Residents are advised to stay alert for sudden downpours and potential lightning as storms move through.
Travelers on key roadways such as I-94 and Highway 45 should expect slick roads Wednesday afternoon and evening. Motorists should reduce speed and watch for hydroplaning risks. Utility companies warn that thunderstorms may lead to brief power outages; it’s wise to have phones and devices charged.
Wednesday’s highs will reach near 85°F with southwest winds shifting to the east later in the day. Overnight lows will drop to around 63°F under cloudy skies. Thursday brings a continued 30% chance of showers with highs near 71°F.
Looking ahead, the weekend offers mixed summer weather. Saturday and Saturday night hold a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms, while Sunday and Monday carry a lower 20% chance. Temperatures will hover in the mid-70s to low 80s, typical of summer in southeastern Wisconsin.
Stay tuned for updates as the wet weather moves in. Avoid non-essential travel during heavy rain and keep emergency supplies handy. Warnings remain in effect through Wednesday night with possible additional alerts if storm conditions worsen.
Five-Day Forecast for Milwaukee, WI
Wednesday: High 85°F, 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m.
Wednesday Night: Showers likely, 70% chance of rain, low 63°F.
Thursday: High 71°F, 30% chance of showers.
Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, low 60°F.
Friday: Mostly sunny, high 74°F.
Friday Night: Slight chance of showers, 20% chance after 1 a.m., low 63°F.
Saturday: High near 79°F, 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m.
Saturday Night: Showers likely, 40% chance, low 66°F.
Sunday: Partly sunny, 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms, high 78°F.
Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, 20% chance of showers, low 66°F.
Monday: Partly sunny, 20% chance of showers, high 80°F.
