Southeast Wisconsin weather: Rain changing to snow as temperatures cool for the weekend
Feb 20, 2026
A complex area of low-pressure is swinging through Wisconsin this morning. The overall track has shifted farther northwest leading to lesser snowfall totals across SE Wisconsin. There has also been a delay in the changeover fro
m rain to snow. Overnight showers left 0.25 - 0.5" of rain. Gusty SW winds become westerly today. A Wind Advisory has been issued for areas near and South of I-94 effective 6A to 3P. Wind gusts could top 45 mph.On off rain/snow chances will continue into the early afternoon as the low-pressure system exits. Snow accumulation is more likely far West of Milwaukee. A larger area near the lakefront will not see any accumulation due to warmer temperatures by the time the precip arrives. Rain/snow mix will roll through Milwaukee around 9-10A. Light snow flurries may persist into the afternoon. Highs will only top out in the upper 30s/lower 40s.Cooler weather takes over for the weekend with highs only in the lower/mid 30s. A few light snow showers are possible late Saturday night into Sunday. Check The Interactive Radar 7-Day Forecast Active Weather AlertsWIND ADVISORY FOR JEFFERSON, WAUKESHA, MILWAUKEE, WALWORTH, RACINE AND KENOSHA COUNTIES FROM 6A - 3PFRIDAY: AM Rain to Snow and Windy. Less Than 1" MKE, Up to 2" Far WestHigh: 40Wind: SW/W 15-25 G45 mphTONIGHT: Mostly CloudyLows: 26Wind: W 10-20 G 30 mphSATURDAY: Mostly Cloudy with Flurries PossibleHigh: 35SUNDAY: Chance Light SnowHigh: 31MONDAY: Mostly CloudyHigh: 28TUESDAY: Partly SunnyHigh: 38Its about time to watch on your time. Stream local news and weather 24/7 by searching for TMJ4 on your device.Available for download on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and more.
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