Northwest Wisconsin, Wisconsin, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Northwest Wisconsin, Wisconsin, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Northwest Wisconsin, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Northwest Wisconsin, Wisconsin, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Northwest Wisconsin, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for Northwest Wisconsin, Wisconsin, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Northwest Wisconsin, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often become worn. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly choice.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Northwest Wisconsin, Wisconsin, United States of America by month

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January

January in Northwest Wisconsin can be bitter cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits below 0 F (10+ below zero C). It tends to rain 5-10 days this month. It also snows sometimes.

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February

February in Northwest Wisconsin is unbearably cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C). It tends to rain sometimes. It also snows once in a while.

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March

Traveling to Northwest Wisconsin in March, you will notice that it is pretty cool. Expect it to rain regularly and snow occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the high 30s F (single digits C).

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April

If you are traveling to Northwest Wisconsin in April, you will notice that it is relatively cool. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (low 10s C).

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May

In May, Northwest Wisconsin is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (low 20s C) and 5-10 days this month jump into the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Northwest Wisconsin, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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June

In June, Northwest Wisconsin is warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) and regularly jump into the low 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Northwest Wisconsin, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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July

Traveling to Northwest Wisconsin in July, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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August

August in Northwest Wisconsin is warm and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 60s F (high 10s C) to high 70s F (mid 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C).

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September

September in Northwest Wisconsin is balmy and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) to low 60s F (low 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

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October

If you visit Northwest Wisconsin during October, you might see that it is chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.

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November

If you are traveling to Northwest Wisconsin in November, you will notice that it is brisk. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the low 40s F (single digits C).

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December

Traveling to Northwest Wisconsin in December, you will notice that it is unbearably cold. Expect it to rain regularly and snow once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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Activities for Northwest Wisconsin, Wisconsin, United States of America

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Northwest Wisconsin.

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