Drought — Northern Marinette, Wisconsin

2024-01-01 to 2024-01-31 · Northern Marinette, Wisconsin

Event narrative

Drought that developed last summer continued into the new year across northern Marinette County. During the month, Severe Drought (D2) was confined to far northern portion of the county near the Florence County line. The rest of the northern half of the county was designated in Moderate Drought (D1) while the southern half was Abnormally Dry (D0). The nearby weather observer in Iron Mountain, Michigan reported the monthly precipitation total of 0.94 inches, which was 0.42 inches below normal or 69% of normal.

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 1155236. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.