The National Weather Service in Milwaukee/Sullivan issued an update early this morning, anticipating largely cloudy skies initially today in Milwaukee, with gradual clearing expected and a high near 65 degrees. North winds will keep things brisk at around 10 mph. As the city heads into the evening, the skies will clear up, and temperatures are set to dip to a low around 46 degrees, keeping the north wind at a mild 5 to 10 mph, according to the National Weather Service latest forecast.
Looking ahead to Wednesday, Milwaukee locals can look forward to a sunny day with a high near 60 degrees, and a northeast wind around 10 mph. Wednesday night is expected to remain mostly clear with temperatures lowering to around 48 degrees, and the northeast wind slowing to a calm breeze by evening. "Areas of frost tonight into early Wednesday morning for areas along and northwest of HWY-151," the National Weather Service warns, indicating a chill is set to take hold, particularly in outlying areas.
The remainder of the week appears to be a sunny affair in Milwaukee, with Thursday offering clear skies and a high near 62 degrees. However, come Thursday night, the city will see an increase in cloudiness and a low around 48. The slight change in weather rolls into a partly sunny Friday, with a high near 65 degrees, and wind shifting from south to southwest, as per the National Weather Service.
As we look towards the weekend, Milwaukeeans can anticipate mostly sunny conditions with highs creeping up to near 68 on Saturday, then hitting a pleasant 71 on Sunday. However, even with clear nights, the area is not immune to nature's cooler touch. "Frost potential again for Wednesday night mainly along and northwest of Highway 151," the National Weather Service notes, suggesting residents in those areas to prepare for possible frost conditions. The tranquil weather carries into Columbus Day, although there's a slight chance of showers, with mostly sunny skies and highs holding near 70 degrees. While no serious weather threats loom on the horizon, Milwaukee's National Weather Service Hazardous Weather Outlook mentions no need for spotter activation now or in the days ahead.
