Drought in Oneida, Wisconsin

Drought that developed last summer continued into the new year across Oneida County. During the month, all but the far northeast portion of the county was designated in Severe Drought (D2). The far northeast portion of the county was designated in Moderate Drought (D1). For much of the winter, the snow depth was considerably lower than normal due to the unseasonably mild weather and lack of precipitation. The monthly precipitation total at

Rhinelander was 0.88 inches, which was 0.32 inches below normal or 72% of normal.

Snowfall for the month was 11.5 inches, which was only 2.3 inches below normal or 83% of normal.

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.