The National Weather Service in Milwaukee has issued a Freeze Warning effective from 2 AM to 9 AM CDT tomorrow, urging residents to brace for sub-freezing temperatures as low as 27 degrees in some areas inland from Lake Michigan. The cold snap is expected to usher in frost and freeze conditions that could "kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing," according to the official forecast.
With a Frost Advisory also in effect early this morning southwest of a line from Janesville to Madison to Wisconsin Dells, it's clear that Wisconsin is now firmly in the grip of autumn chill. To prepare for the plummeting mercury, locals should ensure to protect tender plants and consider taking precautions to prevent potential damage to outdoor plumbing systems.
As the weekend approaches, more mild conditions are anticipated with sunny skies and highs nearing 52 degrees tomorrow, and temperatures possibly reaching up to 55 degrees on Saturday. The brief respite will be followed, however, by a chance of showers starting Monday afternoon with a 20 percent possibility which could increase throughout the week.
The outlook for the following week doesn't promise much reprieve, as the NWS predicts a consistent chance of showers and mostly cloudy skies. "A 40 percent chance of showers" comes with Tuesday's forecast, ramping up to "a 50 percent chance" by Wednesday, meaning residents might have to continuously adjust for both frost and rainfall. Despite the changing conditions, the spotter information statement has confirmed that spotter activation will not be needed during this time.
