Racine, WI All-Time Weather Extremes
The most extreme temperature, precipitation, and snowfall ever recorded in Racine, from NOAA daily weather observations.
| Temperature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Record High | 104°F (40°C) | July 14, 1995 and July 5, 2012 |
| Record Low | -31°F (-35°C) | January 11, 1982 |
| Lowest High | -16.9°F (-27°C) | January 19, 1994 |
| Highest Low | 80°F (27°C) | July 21, 2001 and July 17, 2012 |
| Highest Mean | 89°F (32°C) | July 17, 2012 |
| Lowest Mean | -20.4°F (-29°C) | January 19, 1994 |
| Precipitation | ||
| Max in One Calendar Day | 6.75" (171.5 mm) | September 12, 2022 |
| Max in One Month | 13.55" (344.1 mm) | May 2004 |
| Least in One Month | 0.01" (0.3 mm) | February 1987 |
| Max in One Year | 47.46" (1205.5 mm) | 2000 |
| Least in One Year | 23.33" (592.6 mm) | 2021 |
| Snowfall | ||
| Max in One Calendar Day | 24.0" (61.0 cm) | February 2, 2011 |
| Max in One Month | 48.5" (123.3 cm) | February 2008 |
| Max in One Season | 102.0" (259.0 cm) | 2007-08 |
| Max in One Year | 106.4" (270.2 cm) | 2008 |
| Earliest Snow | 2.5" (6.4 cm) | October 20, 1989 |
| Earliest Measurable Snow | 2.5" (6.4 cm) | October 20, 1989 |
| Latest Snow | 1.0" (2.5 cm) | May 10, 1990 |
| Latest Measurable Snow | 1.0" (2.5 cm) | May 10, 1990 |
| Period of Record | ||
| Temperature | January 1, 1970 – August 2, 2026 | |
| Precipitation | January 1, 1970 – August 2, 2026 | |
| Snowfall | January 1, 1970 – August 2, 2026 | |
Note: Records compiled from NOAA GHCN-Daily observations at RACINE WWTP (6 mi from Racine, WI). Quality-flagged readings are excluded. Monthly and annual totals require substantially complete reporting for “least” records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hottest temperature ever recorded in Racine, WI?
The all-time record high in Racine, WI is 104°F (40°C), set on July 14, 1995 and July 5, 2012.
What is the coldest temperature ever recorded in Racine, WI?
The all-time record low in Racine, WI is -31°F (-35°C), set on January 11, 1982.
What is the most rain Racine, WI has ever had in one day?
The most precipitation recorded in one calendar day near Racine, WI is 6.75 inches, on September 12, 2022.
What is the biggest snowfall ever recorded in Racine, WI?
The most snow recorded in one calendar day near Racine, WI is 24.0 inches, on February 2, 2011.
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