Wisconsin is no stranger to thunderstorms, but derechos can deliver hurricane-strength winds that produce widespread, devastating damage.
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Sizzling September: Wisconsin Weather Outlook
September is often one of Wisconsin’s most pleasant weather months, as summer’s heat begins to fade but winter’s bite hasn’t set in yet.
Another Warm Autumn: Wisconsin’s Seasonal Weather Outlook
The arrival of fall can bring mixed emotions: the end of long, warm days, but also the beginning of a beautiful, cozy season.
Average August: Wisconsin Weather Outlook
The severe weather season begins to dwindle during August, and average rainfall amounts also continue to decline.
Wisconsin’s State Fair Climatology and Weather Extremes
Shifting the fair dates from October to August introduced frequently hotter conditions and greater chances of thunderstorms.
Wisconsin’s Seasonal Precipitation Patterns
Though not the rugged terrain of the western mountain states, geography does play a role in the Badger State’s precipitation variations.
First Heat Wave of Summer 2026
After cool temps in May and early June, this heat wave felt extra searing. Triple-digit heat indices scorched Wisconsin for five days.
July 2026: Wisconsin Weather Outlook
July is usually the hottest month of the year in Wisconsin, with a statewide average temperature of 69.2 degrees Fahrenheit.
Watching for Lightning in Wisconsin
In 2024, over 2.1 million lightning events occurred across Wisconsin, ranking the state 26th nationwide for total lightning events.
June 2026: Wisconsin Weather Outlook
May is often an exciting transition month, both in terms of our own daily lives and in our surrounding landscapes.