Milwaukee residents should prepare for a wintry week ahead, as the National Weather Service (NWS) forecasts a mix of cold temperatures and snowfall that may affect commuting. Tuesday will be mostly cloudy with a high near 36°F. A west wind of 5 to 15 mph will make it feel colder than the actual temperature.
Tonight, snow is possible, particularly between midnight and 5 a.m. Winds will shift to the northwest, and temperatures will drop to around 29°F. The National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting a 60% chance of precipitation, with light snow accumulation of less than half an inch. However, as with any weather prediction, conditions may vary, as forecasts are not always exact.
The forecast remains bleak for midweek. According to the National Weather Service, Wednesday will likely stay cloudy with a high near 32°F, and northwest winds will range from 10 to 15 mph. By Wednesday night, temperatures are expected to drop to around 19°F, with lighter winds developing after midnight.
Thursday’s forecast calls for continued cloudy skies with snow likely starting after noon. Temperatures will reach a high near 31°F, with a south wind picking up through the morning. For the evening, snow is expected again, especially before midnight, with lows around 24°F. Winds will shift to the north after dark, ranging from 5 to 15 mph, which will add to the chill.
As the weekend approaches, Friday may bring a brief break, with only a 30% chance of snow before noon and some partial sunshine later in the day. Temperatures will reach a high near 32°F. However, the cold continues into Friday night, with lows dropping to around 16°F. On Saturday, the National Weather Service forecasts continued wintry conditions, including a slight chance of snow, while the sun may make occasional appearances. Highs will remain chilly, only reaching about 26°F.
To conclude the week’s forecast, the National Weather Service predicts mostly sunny skies on Sunday with a high near 30°F, though clouds will return overnight, bringing a low around 21°F. Monday will start mostly cloudy with slightly warmer temperatures, reaching highs near 35°F. Despite the snow and varying temperatures.
