Warmer, Windy Wednesday Ahead With Scattered Showers

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After a cold start to the day, temperatures are expected to rebound into the 60s across western Wisconsin on Wednesday. However, strong southerly winds ahead of an approaching cold front will also bring the chance for scattered showers later in the afternoon as the front moves through the region.

Why it matters

The changing weather conditions, including the potential for severe storms on Monday, are important for residents to be aware of as they plan their activities for the week ahead.

The details

Winds will be out of the south and southwest ahead of the cold front, with sustained speeds of 15-25 mph and gusts up to 35 mph. The southerly winds will help push high temperatures into the 60s, though still about 10 degrees below average. As the cold front approaches in the afternoon, scattered rain showers are expected to develop along and ahead of the front, though they will be light in nature and move through quickly.

• Lows in the teens to around 20 degrees this morning.
• Highs expected to reach the 60s this afternoon.
• Scattered showers developing in the afternoon as the cold front moves through.
• Drier conditions returning Thursday with highs in the upper 40s to mid 50s.
• Chance of showers and thunderstorms returning this weekend and continuing into early next week.

What’s next

The Storm Prediction Center has expanded the risk for strong to severe storms on Monday and Monday night up to I-90, which includes the Eau Claire area. Meteorologists will be closely monitoring trends as the week progresses to provide updates on the potential for severe weather.