Milwaukee woke Wednesday to fog and mist, but the gray start should give way to a partly sunny afternoon. Temperatures will climb from around 70 degrees early to near 80, with light northeast winds and no major weather alerts in effect.
Fog may be thickest in low-lying spots and near Lake Michigan before thinning by about 9 a.m. The National Weather Service said visibility was around 2 miles at Milwaukee’s observing station early Wednesday, with calm winds and very humid air.
Thursday Brings A Few Showers
Wednesday night will stay mostly cloudy, with a low near 68. A chance of showers arrives after 10 a.m. Thursday, when Milwaukee could reach 77 degrees; rainfall amounts should generally stay below a tenth of an inch.
Friday Offers A Brief Weather Break
Friday looks like the week’s easiest day for outdoor plans, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 76. Northeast winds will increase slightly to 5 to 10 mph, but rain chances will remain low.
Storm Chances Return For The Weekend
Showers and thunderstorms are likely Saturday, especially from the morning into the afternoon, with a 70% chance of precipitation and a high near 78. Another round of storms could continue Saturday night into Sunday morning, while Sunday stays mostly cloudy with a high near 78 and a 60% rain chance.
Anyone making weekend plans should keep rain gear nearby and check the forecast before heading out. If thunder is heard, move indoors until the storm passes.
