The National Weather Service in Milwaukee/Sullivan has issued a Beach Hazards Statement that remains in effect through this afternoon for areas including Sheboygan, Ozaukee, and Milwaukee counties. According to the statement, life-threatening waves of 4 to 6 feet and dangerous currents are expected on the shorelines. The public is advised to stay away from the water and hazardous areas such as piers and breakwalls due to strong structural and longshore currents, with rip currents also being a possible threat.
Despite the dire warnings for today's water conditions, the forecast in Milwaukee is shaping up to be a pleasant one with sunny skies and a high near 64 degrees. A north wind of 10 to 15 mph might just tempt residents to quickly forget the lakeside cautions. However, visitors and locals are urged by the National Weather Service forecast to heed advisories and practice safety, particularly when conditions are deceptive and seem to most quickly turn treacherous.
For outdoor plans away from the water, the outlook looks more favorable with clear nights and warm sunny days in the extended forecast. Beginning tonight, temperatures are expected to drop to around 49 degrees with a mild West wind around 5 mph. The NWS forecast predicts a gradual warming trend with highs reaching up to 85 degrees by Thursday, maintaining mostly clear skies at night.
As per the Hazardous Weather Outlook provided by the National Weather Service, aside from the high swim risk effective today, there are no additional hazardous weather conditions anticipated in the coming week for the regions of east central, south central, and southeast Wisconsin. "Spotter activation will not be needed," as the brief reports, signaling residents might to soon ease back into their regular outdoor routines.
