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Our satellite is from the GOES-16. It is color enhanced by using a geocolor terrain background during the day and black marble city lights at night. The daytime satellite data is Visible satellite imagery, and nighttime uses Infrared bands. The bluish clouds are fog and low cloud. The whiteest clouds are the coldest, highest cloud tops.

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Current surface weather map around Marathon County, WI

This surface map is from the HRRR computer model. It is a 1-hour forecast, updated hourly, which is a good estimate of the current surface conditions. This map shows the current high and low pressure centers, pressure isobar contours, wind streamlines and thickness contours. It also shows the currently depicted preciptiation estimates, although this should not be a substitute for actual live radar. The purple dashed contour is the 5400m thickness line, which is often a good proxy for the rain/snow line.

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Temperatures right now near Marathon, Wisconsin

This is the latest surface temperatures as depicted by the HRRR computer model, updated hourly. Although these are not actual observations, this model is a very good representation of current conditions as it factors in observations, terrain and physics to give you more detailed temperatures in areas that do not have reporting weather stations. For the latest reports at specific locations, like in Marathon, WI please see our current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Surface wind speed map over Marathon, WI

This map shows the latest HRRR computer model winds. This depiction of the current wind directions and speeds is an estimate from the computer model. For actual observations in Marathon, WI, see the current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Regional 24 hour rainfall expected near Marathon, Wisconsin

This is a forecast of the amount of precipitation expected over the next 24 hours from the HRRR weather forecast model. This is only one forecast depiction, and you should check other models to get a better idea of what may happen. You can view this and other models in more detail on our main weather forecast maps page. There, you will also be able to look at forecasts beyond just 24 hours and look at forecasts out to as far as 16 days.

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Area snowfall accumulation expected around Marathon County, Wisconsin

This is snowfall forecast, with amounts anticipated in the next 24 hours. This guidance is from the HRRR weather model. For more model forecasts out to 16 days, visit our main weather forecast maps page.

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These are Convective Outlooks from the Storm Prediction Center. Click to see Days 1-3 broken down into Tornado, Wind and Hail threats, as well as days 5-8 outlooks.

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Climate Summary
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Marathon, WI Climate Summary

General Climate

    •   Marathon, WI has a humid continental climate, with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.
    •   The average annual temperature is 42.9°F (6.1°C).
    •   The average annual precipitation is 31.5 inches (800 mm).

Summer

    •   The average summer temperature is 68.4°F (20.2°C).
    •   The average high temperature in July is 80.6°F (27°C).
    •   The average low temperature in July is 56.2°F (13.4°C).
    •   The average precipitation in July is 4.0 inches (102 mm).

Winter

    •   The average winter temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).
    •   The average high temperature in January is 27.6°F (-2.4°C).
    •   The average low temperature in January is 15.2°F (-9.3°C).
    •   The average precipitation in January is 1.6 inches (41 mm).

Spring and Fall

    •   The average spring temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C).
    •   The average high temperature in April is 56.3°F (13.5°C).
    •   The average low temperature in April is 35.1°F (1.7°C).
    •   The average precipitation in April is 2.9 inches (74 mm).

    •   The average fall temperature is 44.0°F (6.7°C).
    •   The average high temperature in October is 54.7°F (12.6°C).
    •   The average low temperature in October is 33.4°F (0.8°C).
    •   The average precipitation in October is 2.6 inches (66 mm).

Climate Extremes

    •   The highest temperature ever recorded in Marathon, WI was 109°F (43°C) on July 13, 1936.
    •   The lowest temperature ever recorded in Marathon, WI was -51°F (-46°C) on February 4, 1996.
    •   The greatest amount of precipitation ever recorded in a single month in Marathon, WI was 13.2 inches (335 mm) in July 1957.
    •   The greatest amount of snow ever recorded in a single month in Marathon, WI was 43.5 inches (110 cm) in February 1965.

Climate Trends

    •   The average annual temperature in Marathon, WI has increased by about 1.5°F (0.8°C) since the late 19th century.
    •   The average annual precipitation in Marathon, WI has increased by about 5 inches (130 mm) since the late 19th century.
    •   The number of days with heavy precipitation (more than 1 inch) has increased in Marathon, WI since the late 19th century.
    •   The number of days with extreme heat (above 90°F) has increased in Marathon, WI since the late 19th century.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History

    •   Marathon County boasts the largest contiguous oak savanna in the Midwest, covering over 60,000 acres.

    •   The Rib Mountain State Natural Area features a 1,940-foot quartzite monadnock, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

    •   The county is home to the largest population of sandhill cranes in Wisconsin, with over 10,000 birds nesting in the spring.

Science

    •   The University of Wisconsin-Marathon County is a regional campus specializing in science and technology education.

    •   The county is a hub for agricultural research and development, with numerous farms and research facilities.

    •   The Wisconsin Rapids Paper Mill, once the largest paper mill in the world, played a significant role in the local economy and environmental history.

Personalities

  • Dr. Edward Kolb:

    A physicist and cosmologist who made significant contributions to the understanding of the early universe.

  • Dr. Robert Lang:

    A paper engineer and artist known for his intricate origami creations.

  • Dr. James Van Allen:

    A physicist who discovered the Van Allen radiation belts surrounding Earth.

    • Tourist Attractions
    1.Marathon County Historical Museum**. This museum tells the story of Marathon County, from its beginnings as a logging camp to its present-day status as a thriving community. The museum has a wide variety of exhibits, including a replica of a logging camp, a one-room schoolhouse, and a collection of antique farm equipment.

    2.Rib Mountain State Park**. This park is home to Rib Mountain, the highest point in Wisconsin. The park offers a variety of hiking trails, as well as opportunities for fishing, swimming, and camping. The park also has a ski hill, which is open during the winter months.

    3.Granite Peak Ski Area**. This ski area is located just outside of Marathon, and it offers some of the best skiing in the Midwest. The ski area has a variety of trails for all levels of skiers, as well as a terrain park for snowboarders. The ski area also has a lodge with a restaurant and bar.

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