Milwaukee extreme heat; city officials urge residents to take precautions

The City of Milwaukee Health Department and Milwaukee County Office of Emergency Management are urging people to take precautions during the extreme heat.

Weather webcast with Rob Haswell
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A few showers or an isolated thunderstorms possible Friday morning and early afternoon, then a long clear and very hot stretch from Saturday through Monday.

Weather Webcast with Chief Meteorologist Tom Wachs
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A few t-storms are possible overnight with temperatures in the 60s. Morning rain/t-storms between 8am-Noon. Partly sunny on Friday afternoon with highs in the low-to-mid 80s.

Weather Webcast with Chief Meteorologist Tom Wachs
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Clearing skies tonight with a slight chance for a t-storm late this evening and overnight. Temperatures dropping into the 60s. T-Storms between 8am-Noon on Friday otherwise partly sunny and warm. Late day highs in the low-to-mid 80s.

Wisconsin Weather Experts | June 19, 2025
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Wisconsin's Weather Experts have the latest statewide forecast, extended outlook and more.

We Energies' tree trimming, summer storm preparation effort underway

We Energies forestry crews are in the midst of a multi-year effort to trim back branches and remove trees along thousands of miles of power lines.

Weather webcast with Lisa Michaels
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There is a slight chance for a strong storm in the afternoon. Highs in the low-to-mid 80s. Partly sunny, warm and humid on Friday.

Weather webcast with Lisa Michaels
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Lingering light morning showers possible. Otherwise drying out through the day. There is a slight chance for a strong storm in the afternoon. Highs in the low-to-mid 80s.

Heat dome will blanket much of US, worrisome temperatures in Midwest

Summer will make a dramatic entrance in the U.S. this week with a heat dome that will bring stifling temperatures and uncomfortable humidity to millions.

Weather webcast with Lisa Michaels
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Lingering light morning showers possible. Otherwise drying out through the day. There is a slight chance for a strong storm in the afternoon. Highs in the low-to-mid 80s.

Weather Webcast with Chief Meteorologist Tom Wachs
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A few more rain showers overnight with a rumble of thunder also possible. Temperatures in the 60s. Rain ends between 6-7am. Clearing skies on Thursday with highs in the low-to-mid 80s. Major heat and humidity this weekend.

Weather Webcast with Chief Meteorologist Tom Wachs
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Rain and a few rumbles tonight. Heavy rain is possible this evening in spots, including areas of flooding. Temperatures in the 60s tonight. Rain ends by 7am Thursday otherwise partly sunny and warmer. Highs in the low-to-mid 80s. An isolated afternoon/nighttime t-storm is possible.

Wisconsin Weather Experts | June 18, 2025
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Wisconsin's Weather Experts have the latest statewide forecast, extended outlook and more.

Weather webcast with Holly Baker
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Periods of rain and thunderstorms for Wednesday as a low passes south of the area. There is a marginal risk for severe storms

Weather webcast with Rob Haswell
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Periods of rain and thunderstorms for Wednesday as a low passes south of the area. There is a marginal risk for severe storms. Isolated showers are possible on Thursday and again on Friday.

Weather Webcast with Chief Meteorologist Tom Wachs
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Showers and a few t-storms possible overnight with temperatures dropping into the 60s. Showers and t-storms likely on Wednesday, especially by afternoon. Highs in the low 70s.

Dew point vs. relative humidity
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FOX6 Chief Meteorologist Tom Wachs explains the difference between dew point and relative humidity.