The National Weather Service in Milwaukee reports brisk conditions today with a forecast that promises a reprieve from the subzero wind chills seen earlier this morning. According to the National Weather Service, the temperature hovers at 11°F, Milwaukeeans can expect sunny skies leading to a high near 26, accompanied by a southwest wind running at 5 to 10 mph.
For those making evening plans, the bulletin suggests mostly clear skies and a low around 10; the wind chill, however, could make it feel anywhere between -5 and 5 as the southwest wind blows around 10 mph. This means layers aren't just an option but a necessity during this season when the weather keeps oscillating between mild and bone-chillingly cold. Saturday brings a continuation of mainly sunny weather, climbing up to a high near 29, despite the wind chill values lingering in the same frosty range.
The forecast into next week teases gradual warming, with Sunday and Monday's highs creeping up to 36 and 43 degrees respectively—providing a brief interlude before a 30 percent chance of rain enters the picture Monday night, as detailed by the National Weather Service. Tuesday and Wednesday follow suit with similar daytime temperatures; however, rain probabilities increase midweek to 40 percent on Wednesday.
As the week goes on, Milwaukeeans should be prepared for some rain and snow, with a 40% chance of precipitation on Wednesday night. By Thursday, the chance of snowdrops to 20%, and the skies will be partly sunny with a high of around 34°F.
