As Milwaukee braces for a wintry mix, the National Weather Service (NWS) in Milwaukee/Sullivan, Wisconsin warns of snow accumulations and slippery road conditions. Starting from 6 PM this evening until 6 AM CST Saturday, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect across parts of east central and southeast Wisconsin. Residents should expect total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches, with lower amounts projected south of Milwaukee, as per the National Weather Service.
According to National Weather Service, Milwaukee's update on Friday, there is "a 20 percent chance of snow after 5pm" today, adding to the wintery conditions that are to unfold through the evening. They anticipate a "2 to 3 hour burst of moderate to heavy snow" that will fall, yielding snowfall rates of up to one inch per hour. Wrapped under the chill of the wind, Milwaukee's neighborhoods will see the snow blanket their streets, heralding disruptions in the coming evening commute.
The outlook for the following days doesn't promise much relief, either. The Hazardous Weather Outlook issued by National Weather Service alerts that additional snow is likely on Saturday and into Saturday night. For Sunday, snow is likely to continue, mainly before noon, with new snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.
Looking beyond the weekend, the forecast points to a brief respite with colder, yet clearer skies. Temperatures for Sunday night are expected to dip to around -3 degrees, signaling a frozen end to the weekend. The cold snap persists with conditions on Washington's Birthday described as "mostly sunny and cold, with a high near 6," as stated by the National Weather Service.
Motorists and commuters should plan for the inclement weather and exercise caution while traveling. For real-time updates on road conditions, residents can call 5 1 1. While spotter activation is not anticipated, National Weather Service does encourage the public to report snowfall amounts, helping to track the storm's impact as it courses through the region.
