Saturday, March 28, 2026: Milwaukee started the weekend under clear skies and a brisk 25°F early this morning, but sunshine will nudge afternoon highs into the upper 40s for most neighborhoods. As the day wears on, southwest winds will kick up, especially near the lake and along exposed roadways, so expect enough of a breeze to jostle loose patio furniture and other light outdoor gear.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Skies stay mostly sunny today with a high near 47°F. Southwest winds that are light early, near 0 to 15 mph, will strengthen and become gusty through the afternoon and evening. Tonight turns mostly cloudy with a low around 38°F and steady southwest winds of 10 to 15 mph. According to the NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan, a gusty south-southwest flow and dry low-level air will hang on into Sunday.
Warm Stretch And Storm Chances
Sunday, March 29, looks even more springlike, with highs near 62°F and continued breezy southwest winds. Monday, March 30, should stay mild in the 60s along the lake, with even warmer readings inland. Things turn more active Monday night into Tuesday, March 31, when there is a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms Monday night and roughly a 70% chance on Tuesday. Some of the stronger storms could bring hail and brief heavy rain. As colder air moves in Tuesday night (March 31 into April 1), temperatures will tumble and there is a slight chance of a rain-to-snow mix overnight.
Fire Weather And Safety
Forecasters are flagging very dry low-level air this weekend. Relative humidity may dip into the mid-teens to mid-twenties on Saturday and stay low on Sunday, and when you combine that with gusty winds, the risk of rapid fire spread in dry vegetation jumps. Skip outdoor burning for now, secure any loose yard debris and be extra careful with equipment that can throw sparks until humidity levels recover. For details on open burning rules and when burns are allowed or restricted, check the Wisconsin DNR guidance.
What To Know For Your Weekend
Count on a bright, mostly dry Saturday, but tie down anything light in the yard and be ready for gusty stretches along the lakefront that could make life interesting for high-profile vehicles. Boaters should note that waves may briefly top 4 feet north of North Point Lighthouse Saturday afternoon, although there is no widespread small-craft advisory in effect for nearshore waters at this time. If you are planning outdoor activities Monday night or Tuesday, keep an eye on the forecast, since storms could be briefly strong before a cooler and quieter stretch settles in afterward.
