Wisconsin winter storm watches
There are no winter storm watches in Wisconsin right now. The last one was issued on April 4, 2026.
A significant winter storm with heavy snow, sleet or ice is possible in the next one to two days.
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Active winter storm watches in Wisconsin
None right now. Other active alerts in Wisconsin: none.
Winter Storm Watches in Wisconsin by year
Wisconsin averaged 27.3 winter storm watches per year from 2016 to 2025, and has had 14 so far in 2026. The most recent was issued on April 4, 2026.
Counties with the most winter storm watches
| County | 2016–2025 |
|---|---|
| Bayfield County | 58 |
| Iron County | 57 |
| Douglas County | 55 |
| Ashland County | 53 |
| Sawyer County | 43 |
| Rusk County | 43 |
| Clark County | 41 |
| Price County | 41 |
| Chippewa County | 40 |
| Washburn County | 40 |
What a winter storm watch means
A winter storm watch gives early notice that conditions could meet winter storm warning criteria, usually 12 to 48 hours before the storm. Confidence in the track or precipitation type is not yet high enough for a warning. Watches are later upgraded to warnings, changed to advisories, or cancelled.
More about winter storm watches and the national map →
What to do
- Stock up on food, water, medicines and fuel before the storm.
- Plan to delay travel and work remotely if possible.
- Get vehicles ready with a full tank and winter supplies.