Wisconsin Weather: Humidity Decreases, Smoke Alert Issued

Afternoon Conditions and Humidity

• 🌡️ Temperatures cooled to the lower to mid-80s after yesterday's highs near 90°F, with heat index values above 100°.
• 💧 Despite cooler temperatures, it remains humid with dew points in the lower 70s, described as "miserable."
• 🌧️ Scattered showers and thunderstorms are occurring across the viewing area, with most areas experiencing heavy rain and very little lightning.

Weather Outlook and Frontal Activity

• 💨 A cold front is contributing to the showers and thunderstorms, with high pressure and cooler weather expected behind it.
• 📉 Dew points are predicted to drop into the 60s by tomorrow afternoon, offering a significant reduction in humidity.
• 🌦️ The chance for on-and-off showers and thunderstorms will continue into the evening, with brief heavy rain possible.

Air Quality Alert and Weekend Forecast

• ⚠️ An air quality alert has been issued by the Wisconsin DNR for the entire viewing area due to smoke from Canadian wildfires.
• ☀️ Tomorrow's forecast includes a mix of sun and clouds with smoky sunshine, and highs expected in the lower 80s, which is typical for this time of year.
• 📈 The weekend forecast shows highs in the upper 80s to lower 90s with a chance of thunderstorms on Saturday, followed by more thunderstorms on Sunday and Monday before cooler weather returns.