Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Wausau Area Ahead of Friday Commute

Snow and sleet expected to create hazardous travel conditions during the morning rush hour.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for the Wausau, Wisconsin area from midnight tonight through noon on Friday. A band of snow mixed with sleet is forecast to bring 3 to 6 inches of accumulation, leading to potentially slippery roads and hazardous travel conditions, especially during the Friday morning commute.

Why it matters

Wintry weather can significantly impact morning commutes, leading to delays, accidents, and dangerous driving conditions. The advisory covers a large swath of central Wisconsin, including several major cities and highways, so the impacts could be widespread.

The details

According to the National Weather Service, the snow and sleet is expected to develop after midnight and continue through mid-morning on Friday. Forecasters warned that roads will likely become slippery, particularly during the early commute, and urged drivers to slow down and use caution. The hazardous travel threat may linger through midday Friday before conditions gradually improve.

  • The winter weather advisory is in effect from midnight tonight through noon on Friday, February 21, 2026.
  • Snow and sleet are expected to develop after midnight and continue through mid-morning on Friday.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency responsible for weather forecasting and issuing weather advisories and warnings.

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What they’re saying

“Slippery roads are likely, particularly during the early commute, and drivers should slow down and use caution.”

— National Weather Service (wausaupilotandreview.com)

What’s next

Motorists can check the latest road conditions by calling 511 for updates on the winter weather and travel impacts.

The takeaway

This winter weather advisory highlights the importance of being prepared for changing road conditions and adjusting driving behaviors accordingly during inclement weather to ensure safety on the roads.