Severe Thunderstorm Potential Reaches NE Wisconsin

Storm Team 5 tracks low pressure system bringing tornado risk, damaging winds, and hail to the region.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 10:05pm

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A sweeping, atmospheric landscape painting in muted tones of gray, blue, and white, depicting a stormy sky with heavy, dramatic clouds obscuring the horizon, conveying the overwhelming scale and power of an approaching weather system.As a powerful storm system moves into northeast Wisconsin, the region braces for the potential of severe thunderstorms, including a tornado risk and damaging winds.Green Bay Today

A low pressure system is moving into northeast Wisconsin, bringing the potential for severe thunderstorms, including a tornado risk in areas like Sheboygan and Fond du Lac counties. The storms could produce damaging winds and hail up to 1 inch in size. The severe weather is expected to arrive ahead of midnight, with drier conditions returning on Friday.

Why it matters

Severe weather can pose a significant threat to public safety, property, and infrastructure in the affected areas. Residents in northeast Wisconsin need to be prepared and stay vigilant as the storm system approaches.

The details

The low pressure system tracking into the region is forcing storms into northeast Wisconsin. The tornado risk is on the lower end, but the storms could still bring damaging winds and hail up to 1 inch in size. Areas like Sheboygan and Fond du Lac counties have been issued a tornado watch due to the potential threat.

  • The severe weather is expected to arrive ahead of midnight on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
  • Drier conditions will return on Friday, April 3, 2026.

The players

Storm Team 5

The weather team at wearegreenbay.com providing the latest updates and forecasts for northeast Wisconsin.

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What’s next

Residents in the affected areas should monitor the weather closely, heed any warnings or advisories, and take appropriate safety precautions as the severe storms approach.

The takeaway

This storm system serves as a reminder of the importance of being prepared for severe weather events, which can have significant impacts on communities in northeast Wisconsin. Staying informed and taking proactive measures can help minimize the risks and protect lives and property.