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Extreme Heat Continues; Severe Thunderstorms into Upper Midwest; Strong Bering Sea Storm

Wildfires and poor air quality continue for the Pacific Northwest, Rockies and extended into the Plains. Severe thunderstorms possible for the northern Plains and upper Midwest on Monday along a frontal boundary. Another boundary will focus showers and thunderstorms for the eastern seaboard with localized heavy rainfall possible. For Alaska, a strong Bering Sea storm will bring winds and rainfall. Read More >

Persistent and breezy north winds will continue today into tonight and build waves to 4 to 8 feet at the Lake MI beaches. There is High Swim Risk for life threatening waves and currents. Stay out of the water!
The work week will start off dry with warming temps through Tuesday. Then shower and thunderstorm chances increase Tuesday evening into Wednesday before diminishing for Thursday. Cooler temps are expected to accompany any rain chances, but warming back up for the end of the week.
July 2026 climate statistics for Madison and Milwaukee. It was a top 30 warmest month for both cities, with a top 30 driest month in Madison.