Milwaukee rolled into Sunday with crisp, clear skies and temperatures in the low 40s. Expect a cool but decent spring day, with partly sunny skies, a high near 60°F and west winds ticking up to 5 to 15 mph this afternoon. The quiet setup does not last long. By Tuesday, things turn warmer and wetter, with rain showers, a shot at thunderstorms and gusts that could top out around 35 mph.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
West winds are set to strengthen through midday into the afternoon, with sustained speeds around 5 to 15 mph and some extra gustiness near the lakeshore. Clouds will build as the day goes on and a few sprinkles might slide into northern neighborhoods from late morning into the afternoon. Skies clear out tonight, which should let inland lows drop into the mid-30s, and forecasters say a Frost Advisory may be needed for parts of the area, according to the National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan.
Cover Plants And Watch Low Spots
If you have tender plants or freshly planted seedlings, treat them like the VIPs of your backyard and get them covered or bring them inside, since low-lying pockets and sheltered inland yards are most at risk. For a refresher on how quickly spring can turn chilly here, check out our May 1 frost scare.
Tuesday Showers And Gusty Winds
A clipper system teamed up with a warm front is expected to swing through on Tuesday, bringing a batch of rain showers between about 7 a.m. and 4 p.m., followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day. Highs could climb to around 74°F with southwest winds of 5 to 20 mph and gusts reaching up to 35 mph. Any storms that do pop up are expected to be brief and generally non-severe. Nearshore waters could push into Small Craft Advisory territory from Tuesday into Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan.
Plan accordingly: look for cooler lakeside readings Monday, then a warmer and breezier inland setup Tuesday, and secure any loose outdoor gear before the wind kicks up. Give the latest forecast a quick check before heading out and keep an eye on updated NWS statements in case the details shift.
