Milwaukee residents are bracing for a mix of hazardous weather this week, with the National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan issuing a series of forecasts and warnings. According to their detailed forecast, locals can expect rain and thunderstorms today before 10am, followed by a slight chance of rain between 10am and 11am. The high is anticipated to be near 71 degrees, with breezy conditions and wind gusts potentially reaching 30 mph. An 80% chance of precipitation has been noted, with new precipitation amounts ranging between a tenth to a quarter of an inch, though thunderstorms could lead to higher amounts.
As the week progresses, weather patterns are expected to become increasingly variable. Tonight's forecast predicts partly cloudy skies with a low around 54, accompanied by a southwest wind 15 to 20 mph and gusts that could climb as high as 35 mph. The National Weather Service also forecasts a likely return of rain on Saturday, particularly after 4pm. Temperatures will peak near 57 degrees early in the day before dipping to around 41 degrees. Residents will need to prepare for Northeast winds gusting as high as 25 mph and a 60% chance of precipitation.
Looking towards the latter part of the weekend, rain is forecasted to continue, with a high probability of thunderstorms on Sunday. The high is expected to be near 56 degrees, with east winds of 10 to 15 mph shifting north in the afternoon. The chance of precipitation is at 90%, and the area may see rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch. Furthermore, the upcoming week may see a transition from rain to snow, with a chance of rain and snow before 1am on Sunday night, and a low around 30 degrees. The National Weather Service highlights a 60% chance of precipitation and little to no snow accumulation expected.
Heading into Monday, there remains a chance of rain and snow, mainly before 7am, with partly sunny conditions and a high near 39 degrees. The north wind will blow around 15 mph, and precipitation chances hover at 30%. For those looking ahead, mostly sunny conditions are predicted for Tuesday, with a high near 38 degrees, but the forecast again turns as evening approaches with rain and snow likely after 1am. Wednesday's weather will see a continuation of varied precipitation, with a high of 48 degrees and breezy conditions; the chance of precipitation stands at 90%.
The Hazardous Weather Outlook, issued at 416 AM CDT today, cautions the regions of east central Wisconsin, south central Wisconsin, and southeast Wisconsin. The forecast includes "scattered thunderstorms are possible this morning" with the potential for hail, and thunderstorms potentially reoccurring "again tonight into Saturday morning." The service also notes dangers into Saturday night and advises against any spotter activation.
