The National Weather Service in Milwaukee has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for parts of east central, south central, and southeast Wisconsin, warning residents of various weather conditions expected throughout the week. Today is forecasted to have sunny skies with a high near 74 degrees, but beach visitors should be aware of a high swimming risk along the beaches of Milwaukee, Racine, and Kenosha counties due to dangerous waves and currents.
According to the NWS update, these hazardous conditions are expected to continue until mid-morning. The Beach Hazards Statement has been extended until 10 a.m. CDT, warning of waves reaching 4 to 6 feet and dangerous currents. Swimmers are advised to avoid the water and stay clear of areas such as piers and breakwalls due to the risk of strong structural currents and rip currents.
Looking ahead, the Milwaukee region can expect a low around 63 degrees tonight with partly cloudy skies. The forecast for the subsequent days includes a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms on Tuesday and similarly unsettled weather with additional showers and storms likely to occur from Friday through Saturday. Despite these disruptions, the week’s weather will be mainly sunny to mostly sunny, with highs near the low 80s.
For those planning outdoor activities or commuting, the NWS advises monitoring the weather, especially on Tuesday afternoon and toward the weekend when the chance of precipitation increases. Spotter activation is not expected, but residents should remain aware of changing weather conditions and plan accordingly. Scattered showers and storms are forecast for Tuesday, indicating brief periods of unsettled weather.
