Snow Predictions For Wisconsin

Snow Predictions For Wisconsin 2024

February:

• The Old Farmer’s Almanac and some other long-range forecasts predict above-average snowfall throughout February, particularly in mid-February. This could be another snowy period.
• The National Weather Service (NWS) hasn’t released their official outlook for February yet, but their earlier predictions hinted at a warmer and drier winter, which could mean less snowfall than usual.

March:

• Snowfall chances decrease significantly in March. You might still see occasional flurries or light snowfalls, but they won’t be significant accumulations.
• The NWS will likely release their Spring Outlook in March, giving a better idea of overall precipitation and temperature trends for the coming months.

April-December:

• Snowfall is very unlikely from April onwards. You’ll see mostly warmer temperatures and rain showers.
• The NWS will issue seasonal outlooks for summer and fall later in the year, providing more details about expected precipitation and temperature patterns.

Snow Forecast Wisconsin

• Late November to early December: The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts this to be one of the snowiest periods, with potential for heavy snowfall events.
• December: The NWS outlook suggests a drier and warmer December, with less snowfall than usual, especially in the northern and eastern parts of the state.
• January: The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts another period of heavy snowfall in early to mid-January, similar to what was seen in January 2024.
• February: The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts the snowiest period to be in mid-February.
• March to April: Snowfall becomes less frequent and lighter as temperatures rise towards spring.

Wisconsin Snow Predictions 2024

Here is Some Popular Seasonal Forecasts:

Old Farmer’s Almanac:

• Predicts a “winter wonderland” with above-average snowfall in most snow-prone areas, including Wisconsin.
• The snowiest periods are expected to be in late November to early December and again in early to mid-January.
• A white Christmas is likely from New York westward to Wisconsin, but less likely south of I-90. Read More

National Weather Service (NWS):

• NWS outlook suggests a drier and warmer winter for Wisconsin – which could translate to less snowfall especially in the northern & eastern parts of the state.

Climate Prediction Center (CPC):

• The CPC, a branch of the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration – predicts equal chances of above, below or normal precipitation for Wisconsin for the next three months (February – April).

Farmers’ Almanac:

• The Farmers Almanac predicts an average winter in terms of snowfall for the Upper Midwest – including Wisconsin. They suggest the snowiest periods will be in late November to early December & again in early to mid-January.

Snow Predictions Wisconsin This Week

Northern and Central Wisconsin:

• Tonight through Tuesday morning: Heavy snowfall is expected, with the heaviest accumulations north of Highway 64. Amounts could range from several inches to over a foot in some areas. A winter storm warning is in effect for much of Wisconsin ( north-central ) part.
• Wednesday: Patchy fog, then a slight chance of drizzle/freezing drizzle in the afternoon and evening.
• Thursday and Friday: Mostly cloudy, with a slight chance of a wintry mix on Thursday.
• Saturday: Continued mostly cloudy.

Southern Wisconsin:

• Tonight through Tuesday :  There is a chance for rain or freezing rain, potentially transitioning to snow as temperatures drop.
• Wednesday:  Patchy fog.
• Thursday and Friday:  Mostly cloudy, with a slight chance of a wintry mix on Thursday.
• Saturday:  Continued mostly cloudy.

Wisconsin Snow Report Last 10 Years

Here is Last 10 Years Snowfall History :

Year	Average Snowfall (cm)
2013-2014	32.5
2014-2015	47.8
2015-2016	29.2
2016-2017	51.1
2017-2018	38.6
2018-2019	43.4
2019-2020	26.9
2020-2021	55.2
2021-2022	34.7

Long-term forecasts:

• The Old Farmer’s Almanac: Predicts a Winter Wonderland with above-normal snowfall across most of the US, including Wisconsin. The snowiest periods are expected to be in late December through January and mid-February.

• National Weather Service: Their official long-term forecast for Wisconsin is not yet available for 2024.

Wisconsin Snowfall Records

Wisconsin Snowfall Records :

Record Type	Value	Location	Date
Snowiest Season	277.7 inches	Hurley	Winter of 1996-97
Snowiest Season – Madison	101.4 inches	Madison	Winter of 2007-2008
Snowiest Single Day	20.3 inches	Milwaukee	February 4-5, 1924
Snowiest Single Day – Madison	17.3 inches	December 3, 1990
Snowiest Month	37 inches	Madison	February 1994
Longest Lasting Blizzard	3 days	Southern Wisconsin	January 28-30, 1947
Earliest Trace of Snowfall – Milwaukee	September 23	September 23, 1942	N/a
Latest Trace of Snowfall- Milwaukee	May 31	May 31, 1889	N/a
Earliest First 0.1 Snowfall – Milwaukee	October 6	October 6, 1889	N/a
Latest First 0.1 Snowfall- Milwaukee	December 26, 1888	N/a
Earliest First 1.0 Snowfall- Milwaukee	October 17, 1896	N/a
Latest First 1.0 Snowfall – Milwaukee	January 20, 1889	N/a
Earliest Last 0.1 Snowfall – Milwaukee	February 23, 1945	N/a
Latest Last 0.1 Snowfall – Milwaukee	May 11, 1966	N/a
Earliest Last 1.0 Snowfall – Milwaukee	March 6, 1968	N/a
Latest Last 1.0 Snowfall – Milwaukee	May 11, 2006

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