As the cold wind continues to sweep through Milwaukee, residents are bracing for a week that boasts a roller-coaster forecast with flurries and snow showers, according to the National Weather Service. With overcast skies and temperatures lingering around the low 20s, today could see some light flurries, while the high is expected to just about make it past freezing.
Moving into the evening, the mercury is predicted to dip to a low of 21, while the northwest winds should remain constant. This chill sets the stage for the rest of the week, with tomorrow showing partly sunny skies and an anticipated high nearing 32 degrees. A shift in the weather pattern is on the horizon, with an Alberta Clipper potentially to bring snow showers tomorrow night into Wednesday, though temperatures may rise to a slightly warmer 38 degrees.
Those hoping for the skies to clear will have their wishes granted temporarily as Wednesday night's clouds are expected to part, revealing colder temperatures around 13 degrees, buffeted by blustery northwest winds gusting as high as 40 mph. The brunt of the wind is forecasted to linger through until Thursday, with sunny skies offering little respite from the chill.
The National Weather Service's Hazardous Weather Outlook highlights light snow chances again as we head into the weekend, particularly Friday into Saturday. These flurries should not trigger any need for spotter activation, yet serve as a reminder that winter in Milwaukee demands preparation and caution.
The rest of the weekend extends the wintry mix, with Sunday's outlook offering mostly cloudy skies with a high near 41 degrees.
