Wisconsin Braces for Snow and Ice: La Crosse Hits 40°F Today
Mild air and calm skies give La Crosse a short break this morning. The National Weather Service in La Crosse says a sharp change will arrive within 48 hours.
Short-term forecast
Temperatures climb into the mid-70s today with increasing clouds. A slight chance of thunderstorms may develop later this afternoon.
Winds will be light early and become breezier by the afternoon. Storm chances rise Tuesday with scattered showers and thunderstorms expected by midday.
- Today: Increasing clouds. High near 76°F.
- Tuesday: Scattered storms possible. High near 59°F.
- Wednesday: Rain mixing with snow late. High near 43°F.
- Thursday: Wintry mix of freezing rain and sleet. High near 40°F.
- Friday: Chance of rain or snow showers. High near 44°F.
Timing and impacts
Downpours Tuesday could briefly reduce visibility along I-90 and Highway 53. Drivers should allow extra travel time during stormy stretches.
By Wednesday, colder air moves in and precipitation will begin to mix with snow. Wet roads may freeze quickly Wednesday night into Thursday.
Safety concerns
Freezing rain and sleet can make bridges and overpasses especially slick. Even light icing poses a hazard for early morning commuters.
The setup raises risk of flash freezing as temperatures fall toward 30°F. Slow down and increase following distance when surfaces appear wet.
Outlook
Temperatures drop sharply from the 70s today to around 40°F midweek. The colder pattern lingers into the end of the week.
Gradual warming should return by the first weekend of April. Wisconsin braces for snow and ice as the midweek system moves through.
La Crosse hits 40°F on the forecasted Thursday high. Monitor updates from the National Weather Service for the latest changes.
Reporting for Filmogaz.com.
