Scattered morning rain showers and isolated thunderstorms across Wisconsin are clearing out, bringing sunshine and warmer temperatures for the remainder of the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Early precipitation on Sunday, May 24, 2026, will rapidly transition into dry conditions by the afternoon, according to local weather outlets.
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Morning rain complexes moving from Illinois into southeastern Wisconsin concentrated heavier downpours in Walworth, Racine, and Kenosha counties before moving eastward.
Temperatures across the region are rising significantly compared to previous days.
Milwaukee is expected to hit 75 degrees, while inland areas like Waukesha and Oconomowoc could reach near 80 degrees on Sunday.
A lakeside breeze is projected to cool coastal areas later in the afternoon.
Northern locations like Port Washington will see maximum temperatures top out in the mid-to-upper 60s.
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Warming Trend Continues Into Next Week
A ridge of high pressure building into the Upper Midwest will sustain this warming trend into early next week, keeping most areas dry and pleasant.
Sunday lakefront highs will reach 76 degrees, while Memorial Day Monday will bring mostly sunny skies with peak temperatures climbing to 86 degrees.
Daytime temperatures will consistently stay above normal through the end of next week, peaking in the low-to-mid 80s on Tuesday.
Central Wisconsin will experience afternoon readings in the low-to-mid 70s on Sunday, followed by a mix of sun and clouds with high temperatures near 80 degrees on Monday.
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A weak disturbance tracking northward could bring a very slim chance of a midday sprinkle or brief afternoon shower on Monday and Wednesday, but overall precipitation volumes remain low.
