Milwaukee is waking up to cloudy skies and a raw, blustery start, with Mitchell International reporting about 43°F this morning. It will feel colder as the wind kicks up, and while the actual high is expected to top out near 40°F, gusty conditions could slow down the Friday commute, as reported by the National Weather Service.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
The National Weather Service has a High Wind Warning in effect until 4 p.m. CDT Friday, March 13, with west winds of 20–30 mph and gusts up to 60 mph that can down tree limbs and cause scattered outages, according to the National Weather Service Milwaukee. Tie down or bring in anything that can blow around, think twice about driving high‑profile vehicles on open stretches, and stay away from windows when the strongest gusts roll through.
This morning carries a slight chance of rain before 8 a.m., followed by a rain–snow mix roughly between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m., with most of the wet weather tapering off by midday. Expected amounts are light, less than a tenth of an inch, but slick patches and brief dips in visibility are on the table when the winds and precipitation overlap.
Weekend Storm Watch
A Winter Storm Watch is posted from Saturday evening, March 14, through Monday afternoon, March 16, 2026, signaling a wintry cocktail that is expected to shift to moderate to heavy snow late Sunday into Monday, per the Winter Storm Watch. Ice buildup is most likely along and north of I‑94, while southern parts of the area may see rain flip to snow, and the watch notes that travel could become very difficult to impossible in spots.
Anyone with weekend plans may want to think ahead: fill the gas tank, charge up electronics, and be ready to shuffle outdoor activities. Drivers and transit riders should keep an eye out for service alerts and road updates, as strong winds and heavier snow late Sunday into Monday could cause outages and near whiteout blowing snow at times.
We will be watching the timing and impacts through the weekend, so check the National Weather Service and local officials before heading out. If you come across downed branches or stalled vehicles, give crews space to work and report hazards to local authorities.
