Madison and the surrounding communities can look forward to a pleasant October stretch after several days of rain, strong winds and a freeze. Sunday afternoon brings clear skies and temperatures in the low‑to‑mid 60s, a noticeable improvement over Saturday’s chilly start.
Sunday: Warm and breezy
The southwest wind will gust between 25 and 30 mph, especially in open areas, but the breeze will gradually ease this evening. As the sun sets, temperatures will dip back into the 50s.
Monday: A calmer start to the workweek
Monday morning will be cool, with most areas in the upper 30s to low 40s, though the light breeze should keep widespread frost at bay. By afternoon, sunshine and lighter winds will push highs into the mid‑60s, with Madison reaching around 65 °F. Clear skies will persist into the night, and temperatures will settle near 40 °F.
Tuesday: Fog‑free sunshine
Patchy fog may form in low‑lying spots early Tuesday, but it is not expected to cause any significant problems. The fog should clear quickly, giving way to sunny skies and highs climbing into the upper 60s.
Wednesday through Friday: Near‑70 °F temperatures
By Wednesday, parts of southern Wisconsin will approach 70 °F, and the warm pattern is likely to continue through Thursday and Friday. Madison could see lows in the lower 70s late in the week, while overnight lows gradually moderate into the 40s and eventually near 50 °F.
Weekend outlook
The forecast remains largely dry for the workweek, though cloud cover may increase Wednesday night and Thursday. There is a small chance of light rain, especially farther west, but sunshine will remain the dominant theme.
Looking ahead to next weekend, clouds may thicken Saturday as another weather system approaches from the west. The next more meaningful chance for showers could arrive Sunday, though the timing and amount of rain remain uncertain.
Overall, residents can enjoy several days of pleasant October weather, with temperatures returning to the 70s before the next chance of rain arrives. Stay tuned to local forecasts for any updates.
Original reporting: NBC15 WMTV (Gray) – local — read the source article.
