Green Bay, WI – Dry, gusty winds will elevate fire danger across much of Wisconsin on Wednesday, prompting weather alerts and increased public safety concerns.
According to the National Weather Service in Green Bay, relative humidity levels are expected to drop into the upper teens and 20s Wednesday, particularly in areas away from Lake Michigan. Northwest winds may gust up to 30 mph. These conditions are prime for rapid fire spread, especially along dry grassy areas near highways such as U.S. Route 41 and county roads in Brown, Oconto, and Outagamie counties.
Sunny skies and mild temperatures are forecast for midweek, but Thursday brings a shift. A 30% chance of showers arrives by Thursday afternoon, increasing to a 100% chance of rain with possible thunderstorms Thursday night. Storms could linger into Friday, impacting travel and outdoor plans heading into the weekend.
Extended Forecast Breakdown:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 52°F. Northwest winds gusting up to 26 mph.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny early, showers after 1 p.m., high near 58°F.
- Thursday Night: Heavy rain and thunderstorms, low near 49°F.
- Friday: Showers likely, high around 65°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, breezy, high near 54°F.
- Sunday (Easter): 20–50% chance of scattered showers and storms.
