Milwaukee is starting Monday under overcast skies, with dry, quiet conditions. The high is expected to reach the upper 60s to low 70s. Fog that develops overnight into Sunday should dissipate shortly after sunrise.
Overcast Skies Start The Week
The National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan describes light northeasterly to variable winds and VFR conditions for the rest of Sunday, September 27; Monday is expected to be overcast. Overnight lows Sunday and Monday are expected to range from the mid-40s to mid-50s.
Tuesday Stays Mild Before Rain Moves In
Tuesday should remain mild, with partly sunny skies and a high near 70 degrees as southwest winds return. Rain chances increase Tuesday evening and peak overnight into early Wednesday.
Wednesday brings a 50% chance of showers. Rain chances peak at 60% to 80% overnight Tuesday into early Wednesday, when a few rumbles of thunder are possible. Thursday has around a 50% chance of precipitation, with a high near 68 degrees and rainfall amounts that could reach three-quarters of an inch.
Lake Michigan Winds Pick Up Midweek
Boaters and anyone spending time along Lake Michigan should watch the wind forecast from Tuesday through Thursday. South winds may produce gusts near 30 mph and building waves before winds turn northerly Thursday afternoon and Friday.
Partly Sunny Weather Arrives Friday
Friday looks partly sunny and less humid. Precipitation probabilities are 10% to 20% Friday through Saturday, with possible showers Saturday night or Sunday.
No watches, warnings or advisories are listed for Milwaukee County or Lake Michigan in the current forecast.
