Wisconsin wakes to a bitter December chill, with frost clinging to windshields and pavements crunching underfoot. The profound cold eases slightly, but winter is far from over. A coming midweek system will bring rain, snow, and another harsh frost to Milwaukee by Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures will return to the upper 30s by Wednesday as clouds develop. The roads improve over the day, but the break is short-lived. By Wednesday night, rain chances climb, especially south and east of the city.
Conditions deteriorate on Thursday. Rain falls early, then mixes with snow as colder air moves in. High temperatures struggle to reach the low 40s before decreasing. Gusty winds may develop, decreasing visibility and complicating travel on I-94, I-43, and surrounding bridges.
By Thursday night, chilly air has totally settled in. Temperatures dip into the low teens, and wind chills make it feel colder. Any remaining wetness on the pavement is likely to refreeze shortly. Black ice becomes a big concern, particularly after sunset and early morning travels.
Drivers should slow down, increase the following distance, and prevent rapid braking. Side roads and ramps may get slick first. This arrangement is a typical flash-freeze configuration after daytime rains.
Friday remains cold but quieter, with sunlight returning and highs reaching 25. The weekend stays wintry, but quieter, with highs returning to the upper 30s by Saturday. Meteorologists think this pattern implies a firm shift into early winter as Christmas travel approaches.
Residents should use this time to prepare automobiles and travel preparations. Winter has certainly taken grip along Lake Michigan.
5-Day Forecast for Milwaukee
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 37
- Thursday: Rain changing to snow, high near 42
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 25
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 38
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 28
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