Shifting Weather Patterns Bring Mix of Snow, Warmth to Milwaukee

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The weather in Milwaukee has been all over the place this month, and that trend continues through the week. Tuesday will see a mix of higher temperatures in the 30s and a chance of light to moderate snow in the late afternoon. Overnight, temperatures will plummet back down near 20 degrees. Wednesday brings a transition to a cooler, mostly sunny day, before a warmup trend emerges to end the week, with highs reaching the low 50s on Friday. However, the winter weather may not be done, as a larger low-pressure system could bring more wintry conditions early next week.

Why it matters

Milwaukee residents have had to deal with unpredictable and rapidly changing weather patterns this winter, which can make it challenging to plan outdoor activities and prepare for the elements. This 5-day forecast highlights the volatility of the weather in the region and the need to stay informed on the latest updates.

The details

On Tuesday, temperatures will rise from the 20s and low 30s in the morning to near 40 degrees in the afternoon, accompanied by overcast skies and gusty northwest winds of 15-20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. In the late afternoon and early evening, an occluded front moving through the region could bring a brief period of light to moderate snow, though models are inconsistent on the intensity. Overnight, temperatures will plummet back down near 20 degrees as the snow ends and skies begin to clear.

• Tuesday afternoon (4 p.m. - 7 p.m.): Chance of light to moderate snow
• Tuesday overnight: Temperatures drop to near 20 degrees

What’s next

Early next week, a larger low-pressure system is expected to move through the region, which could bring more wintry weather back into the forecast.