Milwaukee woke up in the mid-20s early today, but winter is loosening its grip this afternoon. Sunshine is set to bump highs to around 46°F, and a light southwest breeze at 5 to 10 mph should make it feel noticeably nicer than recent mornings. Overnight, winds ease off and patchy fog may creep in before dawn Saturday, which could leave a few untreated spots a bit slick.
Afternoon Sunshine and a Mild Southwest Breeze
According to the National Weather Service, this afternoon stays sunny with a high near 46°F and southwest winds around 5 to 10 mph. As winds drop tonight, the setup improves for patchy fog in low-lying neighborhoods before sunrise Saturday. Forecasters also note that temperatures are expected to run roughly 5 to 15 degrees above normal through early next week, with Monday, likely climbing into the low 50s. A stronger system moves in late Tuesday into Wednesday, bringing rain chances from Tuesday night through Thursday and a shot at a rain-snow mix with minor accumulations possible Thursday night.
Foggy Mornings Could Slow the Drive
We flagged a warming pattern yesterday in that warming-trend note, and the latest update sharpens the timing. With light winds overnight, fog is most likely in sheltered spots before daybreak Saturday. If you are hitting the road early, give yourself extra time and stick to low beams in reduced visibility. Bridges and overpasses that have not been treated are your best candidates for a few icy patches.
Rain Returns Late Tuesday, Eyes on Midweek
For now, plan on a mostly dry and mild weekend, but do not ignore the midweek shift. Rain becomes more likely from Tuesday night into Wednesday, and a lingering front could keep mixed precipitation in the picture from late Wednesday into Thursday. If you have outdoor plans later in the week, be ready for on-and-off wet weather and the small possibility of minor snow accumulation Thursday night as temperatures slip back down.
Soak up the sun Friday, take it slow on any early Saturday trips, and keep an eye out for updates if any watches or advisories are issued.
