Cold Weather Continues This Week

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A high pressure system will dominate the weather pattern in southern Wisconsin this week, leading to dry conditions and below-average temperatures. Overnight lows will drop below zero, with wind chills reaching as low as 20 degrees below zero. Temperatures are expected to gradually moderate by the weekend, reaching the 20s, and then climb above average next week.

Why it matters

The prolonged cold weather can be dangerous, especially for those spending time outdoors. The dry and sunny conditions may provide some relief, but the frigid temperatures will require residents to bundle up and take precautions against the risk of frostbite and hypothermia.

The details

High pressure will keep the forecast dry and clear throughout the week. Overnight lows will drop below zero, with wind chills reaching as low as 20 degrees below zero. Daytime highs will only reach the low to mid-teens, making for a chilly work week. The dry and sunny conditions will provide some relief, but the cold temperatures will persist.

• Overnight lows will drop below zero throughout southern Wisconsin.
• Wind chills will range from 10 to 20 degrees below zero on Tuesday morning.
• Temperatures will gradually moderate, reaching the 20s by the weekend.
• Temperatures are expected to climb above average, reaching the 30s, by early next week.
• A clipper system is expected to bring light snow on Sunday night into Monday.

What’s next

The forecast for the weekend and early next week will need to be monitored, as the clipper system could bring the potential for light snow.