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Milwaukee Winter Weather Advisory as NWS Cautions Against Icy Roads in Southern Wisconsin

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Published on December 14, 2024
Milwaukee Winter Weather Advisory as NWS Cautions Against Icy Roads in Southern WisconsinSource: Unsplash/ Adam Cai

The National Weather Service in Milwaukee has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Southern Wisconsin. Today, the forecast calls for mostly cloudy skies, with rain expected after 5 p.m. Highs will be near 36 degrees, with southeast winds at 15 mph, gusting up to 25 mph. There is a 60% chance of precipitation, likely totaling less than tenth of an inch.

According to the National Weather Service, rain is expected to continue tonight, mainly before 5 a.m., with an additional quarter to half an inch of precipitation. Temperatures will remain around 36 degrees, and southeast winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.

On Sunday, there is a 50% chance of rain, mainly before noon, with cloudy skies and a high near 42 degrees. The National Weather Service warns of potential freezing rain today due to below-freezing road conditions in much of the region, including Marquette, Green Lake, Fond du Lac, and other areas in southern Wisconsin.

For the rest of the week, there is a slight chance of snow on Tuesday night and Wednesday, but no significant weather events are expected. The National Weather Service encourages residents to report icy conditions on Saturday to assist with real-time weather monitoring.