Wisconsin Weather Forecast
Wisconsin weather: 61°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Wisconsin?
Possibly - there is a 41% chance in Wisconsin today.
A 41% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,3 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Sun.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for September (0,3 in against a typical 0,4 in).
16-day forecast for Wisconsin
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Sep 20 | 🌧️ Rain | 63° / 55° | 41% · 0,3 in | 15 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Sep 21 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 51° | 6% | 14 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Sep 22 | ☁️ Overcast | 64° / 47° | 6% | 13 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Sep 23 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 68° / 44° | 1% | 12 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Sep 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 67° / 45° | 1% | 8 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Sep 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 69° / 50° | 2% | 8 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Sep 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 69° / 49° | 5% | 9 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Sep 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 72° / 50° | 8% | 6 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Sep 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 71° / 47° | 13% | 5 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Sep 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 66° / 54° | 21% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Sep 30 | ☀️ Clear sky | 70° / 47° | 23% | 9 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Oct 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 72° / 47° | 16% | 13 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Oct 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 66° / 53° | 23% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 74° / 55° | 29% | 5 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | ☀️ Clear sky | 76° / 55° | 23% | 12 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 23% | -- | — |
What this means for Wisconsin
Today is cooler than average for September. The forecast high of 63°F is 11.9°F below the 75°F typical for this month.
A 41% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Gusts to 35 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 86°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 57°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 35 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Wisconsin?
Wisconsin is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 43.0731, -89.4012. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Wisconsin right now?
It is currently 61°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 94% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Wisconsin?
May, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Wisconsin, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Wisconsin in?
Wisconsin observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 4:11 AM.
How many people live in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin has a population of approximately 5.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Wisconsin?
The closest airports are O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 107 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Wisconsin?
Popular options include Starved Rock State Park, Lake Michigan, Indiana Dunes National Park and Mississippi River.
What places are in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin covers 1 places in this atlas, including Milwaukee.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated September 20, 2026 at 4:11 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
