Milwaukee woke up to clear skies and a sharp chill on Wednesday, with temperatures near 27°F and a dew point in the upper teens. Sunshine should push readings to about 35°F this afternoon, but a northwest breeze will keep the lakefront feeling colder than the numbers suggest. Small boats can expect choppy water through the morning before winds start to ease later in the day, as reported by the National Weather Service.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Northwest winds are forecast around 10–15 mph, with occasional gusts up to 20 mph, especially along exposed lakefronts and bridges. Mariners are advised to steer clear of small craft until the advisory expires, according to the National Weather Service. Conditions should gradually settle by late afternoon as high pressure builds in.
Warming Trend Through The Week
The mild pattern sticks around into the weekend, with highs climbing into the low to mid 40s by Friday and reaching near 48°F by next Tuesday. Lows tonight will fall into the low 20s, and mostly clear skies will allow for some radiational cooling away from the lake. Precipitation chances stay low over the next several days, with only a slight chance of light rain Tuesday afternoon into Tuesday night.
What To Expect For Your Plans
For commuters, gusty winds could rattle high-profile vehicles during the morning rush and make shoreline walks feel much colder than the thermometer reads. It is a good idea to secure loose outdoor furniture and use extra caution on bridges. This follows an earlier Hoodline update that flagged choppy lake conditions while advisories were in place; anyone planning time on the water should hold off on small-boat outings until the seas calm down. See the earlier update on choppy lake conditions for background.
