Wisconsin Weather: End of 80s and Fall Forecast

Today's Weather and Record Highs

• ☀️ Today saw record highs in some areas, with Wausau and Watertown reaching 89 degrees, and Appleton hitting 88.
• 🌡️ Most of the state experienced summer-like heat with temperatures in the 80s, while areas closer to Lake Michigan were cooler in the 60s and 70s.

Approaching Cold Front and Storms

• ☁️ A cold front is moving through northern Wisconsin, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms.
• ⛈️ The storm activity is slowly moving south, with some areas like Niagara and Norway experiencing rain and lightning.
• 💨 Behind the cold front, expect gusty northeast winds tomorrow, potentially reaching 20 mph, which will bring cooler temperatures.

Tomorrow's Forecast and Weekend Outlook

• 📉 Tomorrow will be significantly cooler, with temperatures in the 60s near the lake and lower to mid-70s inland.
• 🌦️ There's still a chance for isolated showers or thunderstorms tomorrow and into Friday, though most of Friday is expected to be dry.
• 🍂 Fall officially arrives on Monday, and this weekend marks the end of summer with highs in the lower 70s.

Potential End of 80-Degree Days

• ❓ Today might have been the last day of 80-degree weather for the year, which is uncommon after the autumnal equinox.
• 📈 While warm weather may continue into September and early October, highs of 85 degrees or above are infrequent.
• 💰 The meteorologist's 3-degree guarantee was met today, with a forecast of 87 and a high of 86, resulting in a $100 donation to Golden House.
• 🚫 No more 80-degree days are predicted in the next seven days.