Milwaukee is getting a clean summer reset Saturday, with clear skies, a high near 82 degrees and a light northwest breeze. That easy outdoor window will not last long, as showers and thunderstorms return Sunday morning and could become a recurring feature through Tuesday.
Sunny Saturday Sets Up A Good Outdoor Window
Saturday begins clear and near 70 degrees before temperatures climb through the afternoon. The forecast calls for dry weather all day, with northwest winds around 5 to 10 mph and a mostly clear Saturday night dropping to about 66 degrees.
The National Weather Service has no watches, warnings or advisories posted for the Milwaukee area. For residents planning lakefront walks, festivals, yardwork or errands, Saturday is the week’s cleanest bet for staying outside without dodging rain.
Storm Chances Return Sunday
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms arrives Sunday morning, with rain chances increasing after 8 a.m. and continuing through the day. The daytime rain chance is about 40%, and a few storms could become strong to severe, with damaging wind and hail the main concerns.
Sunday night looks wetter, with showers and thunderstorms likely before 1 a.m. and a 70% chance of precipitation overall. The forecast allows for roughly three-quarters of an inch to 1 inch of rain, so ponding on roads and localized flooding could become an issue where storms repeatedly move over the same areas.
Unsettled Weather Lingers Into Tuesday
Monday brings another 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, followed by a 60% chance Monday night. Tuesday remains unsettled with showers and thunderstorms likely, a high near 79 and another possible round of locally heavy rain.
Rain chances ease somewhat Wednesday, then the pattern turns cooler and quieter by Thursday, when partly sunny skies and a high near 73 are expected. Friday stays mild near 71 degrees, though a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms remains in the forecast.
Saturday Is The Best Bet For Outdoor Plans
Saturday’s dry forecast offers Milwaukee the clearest stretch for outdoor plans before the wetter pattern takes over. After that, keep an eye on changing conditions, especially Sunday night through Tuesday, and head indoors promptly if thunder is heard.
