Wisconsin – A damp, gray start is already unfolding, with patchy fog reducing visibility across parts of southeastern Wisconsin this morning, especially near Lake Michigan and along I-94 and I-43.
According to the National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan office, fog will lift by late morning, giving way to sunshine and a high near 59°F today. Drivers should stay alert early, as visibility can briefly drop below a mile in low-lying areas and near the lakefront.
The quiet stretch doesn’t last long. Warmer air surges in Thursday, pushing highs to 76°F with increasing clouds late. By Thursday night, a 40% chance of showers develops after 1 a.m., signaling the start of a wetter pattern.
Friday brings the biggest impact window. Showers and possible thunderstorms build after 1 p.m., with rain chances climbing to 70%. Wet pavement and reduced visibility could slow traffic on I-94, I-894, and Highway 41 during the evening commute. Rainfall totals may reach up to 0.25 inches in stronger cells.
Conditions turn cooler into the weekend. Saturday rebounds with sunshine near 60°F, but temperatures dip sharply Saturday night into the low 40s. That temperature swing raises a low-end concern for slick spots if any moisture lingers—typical spring “flash freeze” setups remain something to watch this time of year.
Sunday stays dry and mild near 58°F before another system arrives early next week, bringing a 70% chance of rain Monday.
Five Day Forecast for Milwaukee, WI:
Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 76°F
Friday: Showers and storms likely, high 69°F
Saturday: Sunny, high 60°F
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 58°F
Monday: Showers likely, high 62°F
