Published 2025-10-03
On October 8, 1871, the most devastating forest fire in American history swept through northeast Wisconsin, claiming 1200 lives. The anniversary of the Peshtigo Fire usually receives little note outside the region because another horrific fire the same night -- the great Chicago Fire -- still seems to hog the headlines.
Published 2024-10-14
Drought continues to worsen across northeast Wisconsin.
Published 2024-10-08
We are Soliciting Comments on the Discontinuation of the RTP Product
Published 2024-10-04
Drought continues to worsen across northeast Wisconsin.
Published 2024-09-10
Fall colors continue to head towards their peak for the year!
Published 2024-04-04
An intensifying area of low pressure across Illinois and southern Lake Michigan brought copious amounts of snow and liquid precipitation, strong damaging winds, and thunderstorms. The storm left nearly 100,000 people across the state without power near the height of the storm. On the Bay of Green Bay, the water level rose over 2 feet due to the strong northeast winds funneling down the bay.
Published 2024-02-21
Link to 2024 Skywarn Spotter training
Published 2023-12-27
The recent mild weather has caused thin ice on many lakes across northern Wisconsin.
Published 2023-11-21
Thanksgiving Day statistics for north-central and northeast Wisconsin.
Published 2023-04-05
Many rivers across Wisconsin remain in flood stage.
Published 2023-03-13
March 12-13, 2023 Snowstorm
Published 2023-02-24
A long duration late February winter storm brings heavy snow and strong winds to Northeast Wisconsin closing schools, businesses and creating very hazardous travel over a large portion of the upper Midwest.
Published 2023-02-22
Complex Winter Storm Continues! Part I is Done. Prepare for Part 2.
Published 2022-12-28
New Year's Day Climate Statistics.
Published 2022-11-13
NWS Green Bay winter safety talks for 2022-23 season.
Published 2022-11-12
Snow, cold, and winter storms are just around the corner. Now is the time to prepare for the inevitable Wisconsin winter...
Published 2022-05-26
Memorial Day Statistics for Appleton, Green Bay, Rhinelander and Wausau.
Published 2022-03-08
skywarn spotter talk schedule link
Published 2022-02-19
Strong winds, accumulating snow, and snow squalls moved across central and northeast Wisconsin on February 18, 2022.
Published 2022-01-03
Weather highlights throughout 2021.
Published 2021-12-10
A winter storm will lose its grip on the area this morning. Poor travel conditions are expected across much of the area.
Published 2021-10-29
Halloween statistics for north-central and northeast Wisconsin. Temperatures this year will be near normal, although it will be windy.
Published 2021-09-10
An unusual late season hail storm batters Northeast Wisconsin with hail up to 4.5 inches in diameter.
Published 2021-04-13
Teach kids about thunderstorm safety. Follow the journey of Cloudy.
Published 2021-03-03
March 4th & 5th will mark the 45th anniversary of the historic ice storm to hit the southern third of Wisconsin.
Published 2021-01-27
Very Cold Wind Chills Expected Through the Weekend
Published 2020-12-31
Top 5 Weather Events of 2020.
Published 2020-10-25
The WSR-88D radar at Green Bay will be out of service until Tuesday, October 27. Alternate radar sites are in: Marquette, Milwaukee, La Crosse, Minneapolis and Duluth.
Published 2020-08-12
Preliminary damage survey suggests an EF1 tornado traveled across Vilas County near Star Lake on the evening of August 9th.
Published 2020-08-03
The NWS is soliciting feedback on proposed replacement of radar displays.
Published 2020-07-29
The KGRB Doppler Radar operated by WFO Green Bay will be out of service in early August due to scheduled maintenance.
Published 2020-07-22
Meteorological data from weather balloon flights originating from WFO Green Bay will be out of service until mid-August due to scheduled maintenance.
Published 2020-07-20
One year ago today: No rest for the weary. Severe thunderstorms (July 19,2019) brought widespread wind damage to northern WI. Just 12 hours later (July 20,2019), another round of severe thunderstorms moved across central and east-central Wisconsin with wind gusts of 60 to 90 mph and six tornadoes. An outflow boundary from the storms from the previous evening was the focus for brief tornadoes.
Published 2020-06-25
A line of strong to severe storms is expected to move across portions of the area this afternoon. Be sure you have multiple ways to receive weather information.
Published 2020-06-11
The remnants of Tropical Storm Cristobal brought heavy rainfall, wind gusts, and record surface pressure to areas across Wisconsin.
Published 2020-06-08
Welcome to Beach Hazards & Water Safety Awareness Week on the Great Lakes! Join us each day June 7th-13th, 2020 as we share tips for what you need to KNOW BEFORE YOU GO to the Great Lakes this summer.
Published 2020-06-03
Severe thunderstorms moved across portions of central and east-central Wisconsin Tuesday evening (June 2nd).
Published 2020-06-01
Strong to severe storms are expected across portions of central and southern Wisconsin this evening. Be sure you follow the forecast and have a way to get the latest weather information, including any watches or warnings!
Published 2020-05-23
The men and women of the National Weather Service would like to honor weather observers and all war heroes for their sacrifice this Memorial Day.
Published 2020-05-21
Heavy rain and flooding affected portions of northeast and east-central Wisconsin from May 17th into the morning of May 19th. Flooding was noted along the bay of Green Bay and in the city of Green Bay.
Published 2020-03-31
Soliciting comments about changing the Small Craft Advisory product to a Small Craft Warning product
Published 2020-02-18
A winter storm crossing the Great Lakes brought a swath of 3 to 8 inch snowfall to much of central and northeast Wisconsin from Monday afternoon through early Tuesday morning.
Published 2020-02-08
A band of snow showers resulted in locally heavy snow just north of Green Bay during the afternoon and early evening of Friday, February 7, 2020.
Published 2020-01-16
A winter storm will move across the Great Lakes region today. Periods of snow will continue this morning then end this afternoon. Gusty west to northwest winds will create areas of blowing and drifting snow this afternoon and evening.
Published 2020-01-02
Many locations across north-central and northeast Wisconsin experienced the wettest year on record. The top ten list (precipitation records) for Appleton, Green Bay, Rhinelander and Wausau are noted. A table with precipitation totals and rankings for other locations across north-central and northeast Wisconsin have been added.
Published 2019-12-30
The 2010s will go down in the record books as the wettest decade on record across the state of Wisconsin.
Published 2019-12-30
What made the winter of 2013-14 more remarkable was the number of days below zero.
Published 2019-12-29
The summer of 2012 was the warmest since 1988 for much of central and east- central Wisconsin.
Published 2019-12-29
Many daily record high temperatures and record high minimum temperatures were broken by 10 to 20 degrees between March 14 and 24.
Published 2019-12-06
The latest edition of the Packerland Weather News, the newsletter of the National Weather Service Green Bay, is now online.
Published 2019-12-02
The second winter storm within a week hit much of Wisconsin this past weekend, creating hazardous conditions for holiday travelers. 6 to 12 inches of heavy, wet snow along with strong winds, downed trees and power lines which knocked out power for thousands of residents. Strong winds and high lake levels also caused flooding along susceptible lake shore communities.
Published 2019-11-29
The snow has mainly wrapped up across Wisconsin, but slippery roads are still possible tonight into Monday morning as water and slush refreeze.
Published 2019-11-27
The first big winter storm of the season hit much of Wisconsin Tuesday evening into Wednesday creating hazardous conditions for holiday travelers. Six to 12 inches of heavy, wet snow, in concert with strong winds, downed trees and power lines, knocking out power for thousands. Strong winds, heavy rain, and high lake levels also caused flooding along susceptible lake shore communities.
Published 2019-11-25
A winter storm will continue to impact Wisconsin today.
Published 2019-11-01
October 2019 will go down in the record books as cold and wet for most. Above normal snowfall was noted across the Fox Valley and lakeshore region. Snowfall was at or below normal across central, north-central and far northeast Wisconsin.
Published 2019-11-01
2nd Snowiest October On Record At Green Bay
Published 2019-10-26
Click on the link below for the latest Fall Color Report.
Published 2019-09-14
Heavy rainfall totals were observed across the region from September 9th through the 13th.
Published 2019-08-08
The first tornado in Green Bay since 2005 was confirmed as severe storms hit the area on August 7.
Published 2019-06-27
Thunderstorms possible tonight, but severe potential is lower.
Published 2019-05-14
Preliminary snowfall totals for the winter 2018-19.
Published 2019-05-07
Heavy rainfall will arrive today and last into Thursday, bringing rising river levels and flood concerns. Increasing winds along the marine areas will pose a hazard to mariners as well.
Published 2019-04-13
Record breaking snowfall noted across northern Wisconsin this winter.
Published 2019-03-09
A wintry mix and light to moderate snow will continue to add to the existing snow pack across the region. The snow will create slippery roads and low visibility at times.
Published 2019-03-02
Here are the preliminary snowfall totals for the month of February. The totals may change some as additional data becomes available.
Published 2019-03-02
February and all-time monthly snowfall records were set during the month of February at Rhinelander and Wausau. It was cold as well, with temperatures averaging 2 to 6 degrees below normal at most places.
Published 2019-02-21
Winds will gradually subside to 10 to 20 mph by Monday morning. While new snowfall has ended, the combination of blowing and drifting snow and slippery roads are still expected to create difficult travel conditions through much of the night.
Published 2019-02-09
A winter storm will slowly lose its grip on the region late this evening and into the overnight hours. Travel impacts will continue into early Wednesday morning.
Published 2019-02-08
Wind chills between 15 and 30 below zero are expected through this morning. If heading outside, be sure to dress appropriately and limit time outdoors.
Published 2019-02-05
Snow will end from southwest to northeast this evening. Then, much colder air filters into the area.
Published 2019-01-17
Snow will overspread the area Friday night into Saturday.
Published 2018-12-30
Lingering snow showers, increasing winds, and falling temps will still cause slippery and snow-covered roads through the night.
Published 2018-12-26
Hazardous travel is likely this morning across north-central and far northeast Wisconsin this morning.
Published 2018-11-08
Additional snowfall is expected across most locations thru Saturday morning. The heaviest snowfall will occur across far north-central Wisconsin and along Lake Michigan.
Published 2018-11-01
October 2018 will go down in the record books cooler and wetter than normal.
Published 2018-10-24
The latest edition of the Packerland Weather News, the newsletter of the National Weather Service Green Bay, is now online.
Published 2018-10-18
The Climate Prediction Center issued the winter outlook on Thursday, October 19th.