Wisconsin – Wind rattles bare trees across southeast Wisconsin as light flakes and mist slide across dark pavement. Headlights reflect off damp roads, and slick spots develop quickly where temperatures hover below freezing. This morning feels like winter tightening its grip.
According to the National Weather Service in Milwaukee, a light wintry mix of drizzle, freezing drizzle, and snow is expected through the morning hours. Surface temperatures sit near 29 degrees, allowing untreated roads to glaze over fast. Gusts near 30 mph add bite and reduce visibility at times.
Travel conditions deteriorate fastest on bridges, ramps, and secondary streets. Drivers along I-94, I-43, and Highway 145 should expect patchy ice and brief snow bursts before conditions improve later today. Plan extra time and slow down, especially through midmorning.
Skies clear tonight, but cold air settles in quickly. Temperatures drop near 10 degrees with wind chills below zero. Any moisture left on pavement may flash freeze, setting up icy conditions for early Sunday travel.
Sunday turns brighter but colder. Sunshine pushes highs only into the mid-20s. Sunday night clouds increase, and light snow becomes possible after midnight. By Monday, a weak system brings another chance for snow before noon, followed by lingering clouds.
This pattern keeps Wisconsin locked in an early winter rhythm. Light snow events and temperature swings raise ongoing black ice risks, especially during morning and evening travel windows. Meteorologists continue monitoring broader Midwest storm signals heading toward Christmas week.
Looking ahead to Christmas travel, conditions improve briefly midweek, but snow chances return later. Travelers should stay flexible and weather-aware as winter weather gradually ramps up.
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Five Day Outlook for Milwaukee, Wisconsin
• Today: Wintry mix early, clearing later, high near 37
• Sunday: Sunny and cold, high near 25
• Monday: Cloudy, chance of snow, high near 38
• Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 41
• Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, chance of rain, high near 45
