The latest weather update from the National Weather Service (NWS) in Milwaukee brings a fairly straightforward forecast for the coming days, with mild fluctuations that locals can anticipate and prepare for. As of early this morning, the NWS reported a few clouds hanging above us with a comfortable 38°F, humidity sitting at 79%, and practically no wind to disturb the calm. Visibility stands unhindered at 10 miles, offering clear outlooks for today's sunny skies. The barometer readings indicate a pressure of 29.78 in (1008.7 mb), and the dew point hovers at the freezing mark. More detailed forecasts predict today's temperatures to peak near an agreeable 66°F, driven by a southwest breeze blowing lightly at 5 to 15 mph.
Tonight, the stars should be visible through the barest veil of cloud coverage as the mercury dips to a low around 40°F. However, those out and about might feel the nip in the air more keenly as the southwest wind strengthens to 10 to 15 mph with possible gusts churning up to 25 mph. Come Tuesday, Milwaukee residents will witness a peculiar drop in temperatures throughout the day, descending to about 36°F by the evening, with a direction shift in the wind from northwest to northeast. These winds, too, could present gusts of similar magnitude.
Looking towards midweek, the cycle of weather in Milwaukee shapes up to be predominantly serene. Wednesday forecasts expect mostly sunny conditions with the thermometer climbing to 46°F, while Thursday shows continuation of agreeable weather with a high near 50°F and a breeze flowing from the east. Temperatures on Thursday night are foreseen to hang at a slightly higher low around 41°F beneath mostly cloudy skies, ushering in a Friday that's predicted to be partly sunny and warm with highs reaching 61°F.
However, as the weekend approaches, the city is set to experience a mixture of conditions. Friday night could bring rain and thunderstorms, evolving into steady rain after 1 am, with the NWS citing an 80% chance of precipitation. Saturday's forecast reflects a continuance of rainy weather, albeit with a decreased chance of 50%, and a breezy day with a high again near 58°F. The potential for rain and snow arrives with Saturday night, preparing us for a Sunday that offers a slight 20 percent chance of snowfall amidst partly sunny skies and a cooler high of around 39°F.
