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Extreme Heat Continues; Severe Thunderstorms into Upper Midwest; Strong Bering Sea Storm

Wildfires and poor air quality continue for the Pacific Northwest, Rockies and extended into the Plains. Severe thunderstorms possible for the northern Plains and upper Midwest on Monday along a frontal boundary. Another boundary will focus showers and thunderstorms for the eastern seaboard with localized heavy rainfall possible. For Alaska, a strong Bering Sea storm will bring winds and rainfall. Read More >

Showers are likely today especially along and south of I-94. A few thunderstorms can also be expected. Brief periods of heavy rain are forecast. Scattered showers may linger into the evening over far southeast WI.
July 2026 climate statistics for Madison and Milwaukee. It was a top 30 warmest month for both cities, with a top 30 driest month in Madison.