Early risers in Milwaukee and surrounding areas encountered thick fog this morning, with the National Weather Service (NWS) issuing a dense fog advisory effective until noon today. According to the NWS bulletin, the advisory spans across several Wisconsin counties, including Marquette, Green Lake, and Fond du Lac, to name a few. Commuters faced visibility down to a quarter mile or less, making for potentially hazardous driving conditions.
The fog event is extensive, blanketing portions of east central, south central, and southeast Wisconsin. The NWS cautions local drivers to slow down, use their headlights, and maintain plenty of distance from other vehicles. For the rest of the day, the region is bracing for a 40 percent chance of rain, mainly before 8 am. With a gentle south wind around 5 mph, the day's high is expected to hover around 44 degrees.
Hazardous weather has subsided, with no further threats expected until Saturday after the fog advisory is lifted. Nonetheless, patchy fog will return before 4 am tonight, followed by cloudy skies and a low around 38 degrees. The week kicks off with a 20 percent chance of rain before 9 am tomorrow, then mostly cloudy conditions are foreseen with gusty winds in the afternoon that could reach as high as 30 mph.
As the week progresses, the weather outlook from the NWS suggests a mix of clouds and sun with temperatures trending cooler. Some precipitation is expected with a chance of rain and snow on Tuesday night, turning to 20 percent chance of snow before noon on Wednesday. "A 30 percent chance of snow, mainly before midnight," is predicted for Thursday night. Whether planning outdoor activities or just navigating daily commutes, residents can keep an eye out on the shifting weather patterns.
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