Drought in Langlade, Wisconsin

Drought that developed last summer continued into the new year across Langlade County. During the month, the northwest third of the county was designated in Severe Drought (D2). The rest of the county was designated in Moderate Drought (D1) except across the far southern portion of the county where Abnormally Dry (D0) conditions prevailed. The precipitation total for the month at Antigo was 0.71 inches, which was 0.12 inches below normal or 86% of normal. The snowfall total for the month was 5.2 inches, which was 6.9 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 snow depth of an inch or less.

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.