
A cold front will move through the Great Lakes and Northeast U.S. today, bringing areas of snow and snow squalls which can bring rapid reductions to visibility and slick roads. A storm system will shift from the northern Gulf Coast through the Southeast U.S. today through Friday with areas of heavy to excessive rainfall and light snow further north. Heavy snow is also expected in the Rockies. Read More >
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**The 2025 Beach Forecast Season in the Great Lakes has ended. The 2026 Beach Forecast Season will begin just prior to Memorial Day Weekend**
About Great Lakes Beach Forecasts & Statements: Beach forecasts contain a daily swim risk, which is based on that days threat of high waves and dangerous currents. Beach hazard statements provide additional details on high swim risk days. Use the interactive map below to view the beach forecast and Beach Hazard Statements.
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