Wisconsin Weather: Spring Snowfall and Temperature Forecast

Late February Weather Shift

• ❄️ Despite being late February, temperatures today were in the 40s, significantly warmer than the typical 20s for this time of year.
• ☁️ High clouds increased throughout the evening, signaling a change in weather patterns.

Storm System Arrives

• ⚡ An area of low pressure moving from Missouri is bringing a mix of precipitation to the region.
• ⚠️ Winter storm warnings and advisories are in effect for northern Wisconsin and the UP of Michigan.
• 🌧️ Rain showers are expected tonight, transitioning to a wintry mix and then snow, especially north and west of the Fox Valley.

Snowfall Accumulation Forecast

• 🌨️ The heaviest snow totals, potentially exceeding 6 inches, are expected in central Wisconsin, including Juno and Adams Counties.
• 💧 Areas south of the Fox Valley towards the lakeshore may see only 1-2 inches of snow due to warmer ground temperatures causing melting and compression.
• 📈 High temperatures tomorrow will be in the mid to upper 30s, with potential for melting even with some accumulation.

Weekend and Early Week Outlook

• 🥶 Colder weather is expected to follow the storm system, with temperatures in the low 30s on Saturday and Sunday.
• 🧊 Temperatures will drop further into the upper 20s to around 30 on Monday and Tuesday.
• 🌦️ A chance for a wintry mix returns by Wednesday.

Weather Guarantee Update

• ✅ The meteorologist's 3°ree guarantee (forecasting a high within 3 degrees of the actual temperature) was met today with a forecast of 45° and an actual high of 43°.
• 💯 This extends the streak to 38 consecutive successful 3°ree guarantee forecasts, with $100 donated to the Citz area food pantry.