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Extreme Heat in the Southwest; Severe Weather in the Northern Plains; Heavy Rain in the East

Extreme heat continues across the Southwest as temperatures may top 120 degrees. The heat may expand across the West and south-central U.S. into the middle of the month. Severe thunderstorms capable of severe wind gusts and large hail will be the primary hazards today across the northern Plains into the upper Midwest. Rainfall could be locally heavy across the Eastern U.S. today. Read More >

Increasing southerly winds will build waves of 3 to 5 feet along Sheboygan county beaches Tuesday afternoon and evening resulting in high swim risk conditions and potential for dangerous currents, especially on southern side of piers and break walls. Moderate swim risk expected just south, with swim risk decreasing south of Port Washington.
Looking at another multi-day period for intermittent rain chances beginning Tuesday evening through Wednesday night. A few thunderstorms will be possible mainly Tuesday evening with isolated chances into Wednesday. Also cannot completely rule out a stronger storm or two with gusty winds and heavy rainfall. Higher rainfall amounts expected for south-central and southeast WI with totals approaching and/or exceeding an inch through midweek.
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.