Today, the weather remains bright, though temperatures are set to cool off along the big lake due to an east breeze continuing into the evening. Expect clear conditions throughout the day, with highs reaching the upper 60s to mid-70s along the North and South Shoreline. Meanwhile, areas further inland will experience warmer temperatures, soaring into the 80s, and even touching the 90s as individuals venture southward.
As we look towards the evening, the sky will remain predominantly clear. However, by overnight and early Friday morning, isolated strong storms are a possibility in northwest Wisconsin and far north central Minnesota, with a primary threat of damaging wind gusts and potentially small to marginally sized hail.
The intensity of these storms is expected to decrease as people prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July. However, residents should brace for new challenges as Heat Advisories are now in effect. Daytime highs will rise to the mid to upper 80s, but increased humidity will push the heat index into the 90s.
By nightfall, storms are anticipated to sweep across the Northland, continuing into Saturday morning, bringing the risk of heavy rain and potential flash flooding.
Looking forward to the weekend, conditions will stabilize by Sunday, with more comfortable temperatures and lower humidity levels returning to the region.
Today’s detailed forecast includes:
– **Forecast for Today**: Sunny, with a high around 75. An east wind at 5 to 10 mph, gusting up to 15 mph.
– **Tonight**: A slight 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 am. Partly cloudy with a low near 55.
– **Independence Day**: A slight chance of morning showers before 10 am, followed by afternoon thunderstorms with a high of about 89. Expect breezy conditions, with east winds shifting south later in the day, potentially gusting up to 25 mph. There is a 30% chance of precipitation.
– **Saturday**: Showers and possible thunderstorms expected, with a high near 80. Southwest winds switching to northwest, gusting up to 20 mph. A significant chance of precipitation at 80%, with rainfall totals between a quarter and half an inch possible.
– **Sunday**: A slight chance of afternoon showers, mostly sunny, with a high near 72.
– **Monday**: Mostly sunny again, reaching a high of 71, with easterly winds at 5 to 10 mph.
– **Tuesday**: Another chance for showers and thunderstorms is on the horizon, with partly sunny conditions and a high around 71.
– **Wednesday**: The forecast indicates a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, with primarily sunny skies and a high of 76.
The upcoming weather could pose challenges for holiday plans, particularly with the potential for stormy conditions. However, the return to more bearable temperatures by Sunday offers a silver lining as residents can enjoy more pleasant summer weather.