Northern lights could be visible in Wisconsin on Labor Day

You may have a chance to see the northern lights on Monday, Sept. 1 into early Tuesday, Sept. 2 due to a significant geomagnetic storm.

Meteorological Fall starts before Astronomical Fall
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Meteorologist Lisa Michaels explains the difference between Meteorological Fall and Astronomical Fall.

Weather webcast with Lisa Michaels
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A strong cold front arrives late Tuesday night into Wednesday, bringing widespread showers and thunderstorms followed by much cooler air.

National weather extremes: Challenge for energy, agriculture, tourism

A dramatic U.S. weather split is bringing 100° heat to the Pacific Northwest and fall-like chill to the Midwest, creating ripple effects for energy demand, agriculture, and tourism industries nationwide.

Why fall should actually begin on September 1

Fall might not officially begin until Sept. 22 with the autumnal equinox, but meteorologists and climatologists actually consider Sept. 1 the beginning of autumn.

What are the worst times to travel home on Labor Day?

The Labor Day holiday weekend is coming to an end, and the last thing you want is to ruin that relaxed and refreshed feeling after taking one last summer vacation by getting stuck in heavy traffic on your way home.

Weather webcast with Rob Haswell
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Fog will be a recurring issue in low-lying areas during the early morning, especially west of the Kettle Moraine. A strong cold front arrives late Tuesday night into Wednesday, bringing widespread showers and thunderstorms followed by much cooler air.

Weather Webcast with Stephanie Barichello
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More sunshine on Labor Day with temperatures in the middle 70s, then upper 70s on Tuesday for back to school. A cold front will bring rain and thunder on Wednesday, along with a big drop in temperatures the rest of the week. Highs will only be in 60s through Saturday.

Weather webcast with Lisa Michaels
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Mostly sunny on Sunday with highs in the low-to-mid 70s. Partly sunny on Labor Day with highs in the mid-to-upper 70s. Partly sunny on Tuesday with highs in the upper 70s.

Weather Webcast with Chief Meteorologist Tom Wachs
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Clear skies overnight with temperatures in the upper 40s to low 50s by sunrise. Mostly sunny on Sunday with highs in the low-to-mid 70s. Highs in the upper 70s on Labor Day with partly sunny skies.

Weather Webcast with Chief Meteorologist Tom Wachs
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Mostly clear tonight with temperatures dropping through the 60s and settling in the upper 40s to low 50s by sunrise. Mostly sunny on Sunday with highs in the low-to-mid 70s. Partly sunny on Labor Day with highs in the mid-to-upper 70s.

Weather webcast with Lisa Michaels
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Decreasing clouds on Saturday with more sunshine by the afternoon. Highs in the low 70s to upper 60s near the lake. Calm, dry, and comfortable weather continues over the holiday weekend with mostly sunny skies Sunday and Monday.

Weather Webcast with Chief Meteorologist Tom Wachs
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Partly cloudy overnight with temperatures in the 50s. Some morning clouds with afternoon sun on Saturday. Highs in the low 70s. Mostly sunny on Sunday with highs in the low-to-mid-70s. Partly sunny on Labor Day with highs in the upper 70s.

Weather Webcast with Chief Meteorologist Tom Wachs
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A few scattered showers are possible this evening with temperatures dropping into the 50s. We have a beautiful holiday weekend on the way with partly sunny skies and highs in the 70s.

Wisconsin Weather Experts | August 29, 2025
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Wisconsin's Weather Experts have the latest statewide forecast, extended outlook and more.

Weather webcast with Lisa Michaels
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Fog and a few spotty showers may slow the start of Friday, but the weekend looks dry, sunny, and comfortable with highs in the 70s.

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Since Katrina, hurricane forecasting has improved "in almost every way imaginable," according to experts.

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