Wisconsin cold weather advisories
There are no cold weather advisories in Wisconsin right now. The last one was issued on January 26, 2026.
Very cold temperatures or wind chills could cause frostbite with prolonged exposure.
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Active cold weather advisories in Wisconsin
None right now. Other active alerts in Wisconsin: none.
Cold Weather Advisories in Wisconsin by year
Wisconsin averaged 33.4 cold weather advisories per year from 2016 to 2025, and has had 16 so far in 2026. The most recent was issued on January 26, 2026.
Counties with the most cold weather advisories
| County | 2016–2025 |
|---|---|
| Douglas County | 73 |
| Lincoln County | 67 |
| Langlade County | 66 |
| Burnett County | 66 |
| Vilas County | 66 |
| Oneida County | 66 |
| Washburn County | 64 |
| Sawyer County | 62 |
| Marathon County | 62 |
| Polk County | 62 |
What a cold weather advisory means
A cold weather advisory (formerly the wind chill advisory) warns of cold that is hazardous if you are outside without proper clothing for long periods.
More about cold weather advisories and the national map →
What to do
- Dress in layers and cover your head, hands and face.
- Bring pets indoors.