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Coastal Threats for the East and Gulf; Record Warmth for the Central U.S.

Persistent onshore flow across the Southeast and portions of the mid-Atlantic will keep the risk of rip currents through the weekend. Rainfall could be locally heavy across Florida, especially along the eastern shoreline. Meanwhile, record warmth for portions of the Plains and Midwest with elevated fire concerns. For the west, a trough will keep the pattern unsettled with wet conditions. Read More >


We've had a historical stretch of warm weather in southern Wisconsin. We have set a number of records, many of which are listed below.

Here's another fascinating stat on top of what's shown in the graphics below:

Until this year, there has never been more than 3 days in the month of February with temperatures greater than 60 at Milwaukee or Madison.


 




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NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan, WI