Southeast Wisconsin Weather: Crisp Fall Air Arrives for NFL Season Kickoff Weekend
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Football fans in Southeast Wisconsin will enjoy a taste of crisp fall air as the NFL season kicks off this weekend. After a few light showers Friday evening, skies are expected to clear, setting the stage for cool overnight lows and sunny afternoons.
Tonight’s Forecast
Meteorologists expect temperatures to dip sharply as skies clear late Friday.
“Lows will drop to the upper 40s near the lakefront and low 40s inland, with a light west wind around 6–12 mph,” forecasters with TMJ4 Weather said.
Residents should prepare for jacket weather in the early mornings, with cooler-than-normal conditions holding steady through the weekend.
Sunny Skies for Sunday
Sunday will bring bright skies and comfortable daytime highs, perfect for outdoor gatherings or game-day events.
“We’ll see highs around 66 degrees with a light northwest wind, making it a classic early fall afternoon,” forecasters explained.
The clear skies will carry into Monday, when highs are expected to reach 70 degrees, offering an ideal transition between cool nights and warm afternoons.
Looking Ahead to Next Week
By midweek, temperatures will climb back into the mid-70s, aligning with seasonal norms.
- Tuesday: Partly cloudy, with a slight chance of scattered showers.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 76.
- Thursday: Continued sunshine, high around 76.
“This stretch of weather is right on track for early September, with plenty of sunshine and just a brief chance of rain early in the week,” forecasters noted.
Fans across Wisconsin can expect a refreshing, fall-like weekend — cool enough for a sweatshirt at night, but pleasant for tailgating and football on Sunday. For more regional weather updates and community coverage, visit ChicagoMusicGuide.com.