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Milwaukee's NWS Issues Frost Advisory for Southern Wisconsin, Mild Weekend Ahead with Elevated Fire Weather Alert

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Published on May 09, 2025
Milwaukee's NWS Issues Frost Advisory for Southern Wisconsin, Mild Weekend Ahead with Elevated Fire Weather AlertSource: Unsplash/ Caleb Stokes

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Milwaukee has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for the residents of east central, south central, and southeast Wisconsin. The latest update highlights the potential for frost early this morning away from the shorelines of Lake Michigan. Those in most of southern Wisconsin should heed the Frost Advisory currently in place.

Wisconsin's weather shifts gears as the weekend approaches, with today's sunny skies forecast to reach a comfortable high near 61 degrees. But don't be fooled by the serene facade; a scant 20 percent chance of showers creeps into the narrative after 3 am tonight. The serenity extends into tomorrow, promising mostly sunny conditions and a similar high, though winds could gust as high as 25 mph, disrupting the otherwise tranquil weekend.

Looking ahead, the NWS anticipates elevated fire weather conditions Sunday and Monday across central Wisconsin. Careful attention to fire safety is necessary during these periods. As we march into the new week, temperatures are moving on up, with Monday expected to hit a pleasant high near 70 degrees, a beacon of the warmer days ahead.

Tuesday and Wednesday introduce a chance for thunderstorms, with a modest 20 percent probability. The week continues with a pattern of partly to mostly sunny days, with high temperatures consistently hovering around 70 degrees. Evenings will bring cooler air, with lows in the 50s. Meanwhile, the NWS Hazardous Weather Outlook specifies that "spotter activation will not be needed," providing local weather enthusiasts a break from sky-watching.