Mild Valentine's Weekend in SE Wisconsin

Temperatures well above average across the region

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Residents in southeastern Wisconsin are enjoying an unusually warm and mild Valentine's Day weekend, with temperatures reaching well above the seasonal average for this time of year.

Why it matters

Unseasonably warm weather in the middle of winter is becoming more common due to climate change, impacting seasonal norms and disrupting typical weather patterns.

The details

Temperatures in the Milwaukee area and surrounding counties have been running 10-15 degrees Fahrenheit above the historical average for mid-February. This has allowed residents to enjoy outdoor activities and forego heavy winter coats during a time of year that is typically cold and snowy.

  • The warm weather began on Friday, February 14th and is expected to continue through the holiday weekend.

The players

Milwaukee

The largest city in Wisconsin, located in the southeastern part of the state.

Southeastern Wisconsin

The region of Wisconsin that includes Milwaukee and the surrounding counties.

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The takeaway

This unseasonably mild winter weather is a stark reminder of the impacts of climate change, as residents in the region enjoy an unexpected respite from the typical cold and snow of a Wisconsin February.