Milwaukee started Wednesday, March 25, 2026, on the chilly side, with clear skies and a reading of about 39°F at Mitchell International. With south winds and plenty of afternoon sunshine on tap, temperatures are expected to jump into the low to mid 60s by late afternoon, offering a quick taste of spring before a colder air mass barges in.
Afternoon Winds Kick Up
Those south winds, running 5 to 15 mph, are set to get gusty this afternoon, with isolated gusts up to 30 mph that could shuffle lawn furniture and anything not tied down. Lakeshore neighborhoods will likely run a few degrees cooler where the onshore breeze is stronger, and conditions on Lake Michigan should build toward Small Craft Advisory territory Wednesday afternoon, although they are expected to stay just below official criteria. A cold front arrives Thursday, bringing a chance of light rain after about 1 p.m., falling temperatures through the afternoon and a much colder night with lows near 27°F and northerly gusts up to 30 mph. According to NWS Milwaukee, rainfall amounts with the front should remain light, but breezy conditions are likely behind it.
Thursday Through the Weekend
Friday will feel noticeably cooler, with highs near 39°F and brisk north winds, before the area warms back up over the weekend with highs near 48°F on Saturday and into the mid‑50s by Sunday. Early next week looks more active, with Monday and Tuesday carrying a chance for showers and isolated thunderstorms, so keep an eye on the forecast if you have outdoor plans. For context on the month’s swings and earlier travel impacts, see our earlier coverage of Milwaukee’s rush‑hour fog.
