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Wisconsin Weather Alert: Milwaukee, WI Near 29° Friday, Nov 11-15
WISCONSIN — Rain soaked streets, gusty northwest winds and freezing temperatures are lining up for Milwaukee as November takes a colder turn. Wind gusts could reach 30 mph before temperatures tumble i
By Avery Collins · 2026-11-11T10:48:39.852Z
WISCONSIN — Rain soaked streets, gusty northwest winds and freezing temperatures are lining up for Milwaukee as November takes a colder turn. Wind gusts could reach 30 mph before temperatures tumble into the upper 20s heading into the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, Milwaukee faces several weather changes between Wednesday, Nov. 11, and Sunday, Nov. 15.
The Weather Prediction Center reports that an unusually strong surge of polar air will spread across the central and eastern United States.
Wednesday Rain Creates Travel Concerns Milwaukee will see cloudy skies and temperatures near 51 degrees Wednesday.
Rain is likely, particularly before 1 p.m., with precipitation chances reaching 60%.
Motorists traveling I 94, I 43 and I 794 should prepare for wet pavement and reduced visibility during periods of rain.
North winds will increase as colder air approaches southeastern Wisconsin.
By Wednesday evening, temperatures fall toward 37 degrees.
A 40% chance of additional showers develops after 1 a.m., while northwest winds could gust to 30 mph.
Thursday Brings Strong Winds and Colder Air Thursday's high reaches only 43 degrees, approximately eight degrees colder than Wednesday.
North winds of 15 20 mph could gust to 30 mph, creating a brisk November chill.
Scattered showers remain possible before 11 a.m., with rain chances near 40%.
Residents should secure lightweight outdoor decorations, trash containers and loose yard materials before winds strengthen.
Temperatures fall toward 30 degrees by Friday morning.
Friday Through Sunday: Freezing Mornings Arrive Friday brings mostly sunny skies, although afternoon temperatures remain near 43 degrees.
The colder air becomes more noticeable by Saturday morning, when temperatures could reach 29 degrees.
Saturday afternoon offers sunshine and highs near 46 degrees, followed by lows around 32 degrees.
Sunday remains mostly sunny, with highs near 46 degrees.
While the broader Great Lakes region could experience lake effect snow, Milwaukee's current local forecast does not indicate accumulating snowfall.
Drivers should remain alert for isolated slick patches if moisture persists where temperatures fall below freezing.
Milwaukee Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 11 15 Wednesday, Nov. 11: High 51°. Rain likely, 60% chance. Evening showers possible, 40%. Low 37°. Thursday, Nov. 12: High 43°. Breezy, scattered showers, 40% chance. Gusts to 30 mph. Low 30°. Friday, Nov. 13: High 43°. Mostly sunny. Low 29°. Saturday, Nov. 14: High 46°. Sunny. Low 32°. Sunday, Nov. 15: High 46°. Mostly sunny. Low 33°. Looking ahead, Monday reaches approximately 48 degrees, while Tuesday could climb to 50 degrees.
For now, Milwaukee residents should prepare for a wet midweek transition followed by several chilly mornings.
Are you ready for freezing temperatures, or are you hoping Milwaukee gets another stretch of warmer November weather?