La Crosse, WI – Wisconsin residents can expect cloudy but mild conditions for Christmas week, with temperatures staying above seasonal averages. Highs on Christmas Day will reach the mid-30s, offering a calm but cool holiday.
According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday will remain cloudy, with daytime highs between 30°F and 35°F. Patchy fog may linger in the morning before clearing slightly by noon. Overnight, temperatures will drop to the mid-20s under continued overcast skies.
Christmas Day brings similar conditions, with highs reaching 35°F and calm winds becoming southerly at 5 mph by the afternoon. Overnight, lows will dip into the upper 20s under cloudy skies.
As the week progresses, temperatures will trend even warmer. Wednesday will see highs in the upper 30s, with a slight chance of sprinkles south of I-90. Rain becomes likely by Thursday night, with a 30-40% chance of scattered showers during the day and widespread rain by Friday. Highs on Friday will reach 43°F, making it one of the warmest days of the week, though slick road conditions could develop as rain saturates the area.
For those traveling, wet roadways on Friday, particularly along I-90, may lead to slower commutes and reduced visibility. Drivers are advised to plan ahead and use caution on slick surfaces.
Looking ahead to the weekend, temperatures will cool slightly, with highs in the mid-30s Saturday and Sunday. A 30% chance of rain remains Saturday, while Sunday is expected to be mostly cloudy with drier conditions.
Residents can enjoy a mild holiday while keeping an eye on potential rain later in the week. Plan travel with Friday’s rain in mind to avoid delays.
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