Drought — Forest, Wisconsin

2024-01-01 to 2024-01-31 · Forest, Wisconsin

Event narrative

Drought that developed last summer continued into the new year across Forest County. During the month, Severe Drought (D2) was designated across the southwest corner and parts of eastern Forest County near the Florence, Forest and northern Marinette County line. The remainder of the county was designated in Moderate Drought (D1). At Argonne, the precipitation total for the month was 0.34 inches, which was 0.61 inches below normal or 36% of normal. The snowfall total for the month was 6.1 inches, which was 8.1 inches below normal or 43% of normal. The combination of the mild temperatures and lack of snowfall resulted in many days where the observer reported a trace or zero for the daily snow depth.

Wider weather episode

Drought that developed last summer continued into the new year across north-central and far northeast Wisconsin. The most pronounced drought conditions were noted across the southwest corner of Forest, northern Langlade, Lincoln, much of Oneida, and far western Vilas counties where Severe Drought (D2) was reported. Abnormally Dry (D0) or Moderate Drought (D1) conditions were noted over the remainder of the area.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1155234. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.