Heavy snow is forecast for Wisconsin: commutes will be affected

A snowstorm is expected to hit parts of Wisconsin starting early Thursday morning, bringing several inches of snow through Friday morning. The weather forecast suggests that areas such as Fond du Lac and Sheboygan counties will experience the highest amounts of snowfall, potentially reaching up to half a foot. High pressure is currently the dominant weather pattern, however a low pressure system is expected to move south from Canada to bring snow showers across the region. Snow is expected to begin in the early morning hours and continue throughout the day, impacting commute times, particularly Thursday afternoon and evening. As the storm progresses, a mix of rain and snow or heavy, wet snow is possible due to hot Lake Michigan water temperatures. Snow is expected to snow intermittently in the morning and early afternoon, becoming more consistent in the late afternoon and evening. The system will likely complete by Friday afternoon, with clearing skies expected. Temperatures are expected to be around 32 degrees Thursday and 33 degrees Friday, with the snowstorm representing the largest system the area has seen this season. Residents are advised to prepare for potentially longer travel times along the lakefront and to consider multiple rounds of shoveling depending on their schedule.