Severe Storms With Damaging Winds Near Davenport Push Toward Chicago, Joliet and Rockford Around Noon as Strongest Cells Hug the I-80 Corridor

CHICAGO — Showers and thunderstorms moving toward northern Illinois Wednesday morning are tracking farther north than expected. Some storms on the southern end of the system have already turned severe, with damaging winds reported near the Quad Cities. The rain is expected to reach Chicagoland around noon, and the strongest storms should stay near and south of the Interstate 80 corridor.

Beyond the Barometer: “The year without winter” - El Niño 1877/78

MADISON, Wis. - Climatologists are monitoring an El Niño event during the winter of 2026/27 that may be the strongest El Niño on record, with record keeping beginning in 1950. Prior to records beginning, scientists have found an El Niño of similar strength during the winter of 1877/78.

As Tornado Alley Shifts, Storm Guard Sees Storm Damage Surge in Wisconsin and Illinois

November 11, 2026 // Franchising.com // FORT WORTH, Texas — The map of where tornadoes hit is changing, and Storm Guard is seeing the effects firsthand. Over the last five to ten years, franchisees in markets typically considered outside traditional Tornado Alley have reported a clear rise in tornadoes and severe storm damage. The change is most pronounced in the brand's northern markets, especially Wisconsin and Illinois.

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Rockford, Bundle Up: Freezing Temps Settle In for 5 Days

Rain Wednesday, then temps crash. Lows hit 24 Friday and 23 Saturday. Here’s your day-by-day Rockford forecast.

We’re heading into a stretch of cold and windy weather

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - We’re heading through Veterans Day afternoon with plenty of clouds across southern Wisconsin and occasional light showers still possible. The steadiest rain was expected earlier today, although a few showers could linger into the afternoon. Temperatures will reach the upper 40s and lower 50s, noticeably cooler than the mild weather we enjoyed earlier this week.

Coldest Air of the Season Brings Saturday Morning Wind Chills in the Teens and 20s to Illinois Including Chicago, Rockford, and Peoria

ILLINOIS — The coldest air of the season so far is set to arrive in Illinois this weekend, though it will only stick around for a short time. Temperatures on Saturday morning are expected to start in the 20s and 30s across the state. Combined with a steady breeze, wind chills will make it feel like the teens and 20s for anyone heading out early in the day.

Flood recovery continues for First Lutheran Church in Janesville

JANESVILLE, Wis. — First Lutheran Church in Janesville is still in recovery six months after historic storms and flooding caused an estimated $5 million in damage to the church. The church’s sanctuary was not touched by rising waters, but the building remains closed because major systems were destroyed. The...

November warmth hangs on

Sunday brings sunshine, with highs in the upper 50s and gusty afternoon winds. Mild, dry weather continues Monday and Tuesday, with highs in the mid- to upper 50s Monday and near 60 degrees Tuesday. A few showers are possible Wednesday before cooler weather arrives Thursday and Friday. MADISON, Wis. (WMTV)...

After a cold start to the weekend, temperatures are on the rise

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - We’re heading into Saturday afternoon with some pretty nice November weather across southern Wisconsin. Sunshine will mix with occasional high clouds, while temperatures climb into the lower 50s. Light westerly winds will make it a comfortable afternoon, especially compared with the damp, windy weather earlier this week.

An even colder morning to start the weekend

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Dry weather returns today after several days of clouds and rain. Sunshine mixes with clouds across southern Wisconsin this afternoon. Highs reach the mid- to upper 40s. North winds make it feel cooler, especially in open areas. Cloud cover varies across the region. Madison and communities...

First Alert forecast for Monday, November 2

November warmth before widespread rain

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - We’re enjoying a relatively quiet start to November across southern Wisconsin, with mostly cloudy skies and temperatures reaching the low to mid-60s Sunday afternoon. A few breaks in the clouds are possible, although sunshine may remain limited. Most communities should stay dry, with relatively light winds.

Mostly Dry Halloween Saturday for Chicago, Rockford, Milwaukee, and Gary as Showers Back Off With Only Light Rain Under a Quarter Inch

CHICAGO — The latest forecast data has backed off on the chance of showers for Saturday, October 31. Much of Halloween may end up dry across northern Illinois, southern Wisconsin, and northwest Indiana. Only light showers are possible at times. Rain totals in most areas are expected to stay well under a quarter inch.

A Dry and Mild Day Ahead

Staying cloudy with highs in the middle and upper 60s today. Rain chances return later Monday into Tuesday as the mild air continues. Unsettled weather may linger into the end of the work week before a dry weekend. MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Happy Sunday! It is the first day of...

Halloween, time change, and a new month

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - We’re heading through Halloween afternoon with mostly cloudy skies and scattered showers across southern Wisconsin. Temperatures will reach the upper 50s and lower 60s, with Madison climbing to around 59 degrees. A few additional showers remain possible, although there should be plenty of dry periods as conditions gradually improve.