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consensus of the three models
7-day forecast
where the models agree, and where they split
Madison, WI is at its warmest in Jul (average highs near 81°F) and coldest in Jan (lows around 19°F), with roughly 35 in of precipitation across the year. Below, compare what NWS, American, European forecast for Madison right now, and see exactly where they disagree.
Madison climate by month
average daytime high and overnight low across a typical year
Jan
30°
19°
Feb
41°
21°
Mar
45°
28°
Apr
57°
39°
May
71°
50°
Jun
79°
61°
Jul
81°
64°
Aug
80°
63°
Sep
76°
58°
Oct
62°
47°
Nov
47°
34°
Dec
36°
25°
Common questions
What's the weather in Madison today?
On this page we show what NWS, American, European each forecast for Madison today, side by side and updated live. When all three agree the forecast is reliable; when they split, we flag it so you know the day is genuinely less certain.
Will it rain in Madison today or tomorrow?
Check the hourly strip and 7-day forecast above. We compare rain from NWS, American, European for Madison and flag the days where the models disagree on whether showers actually arrive, which is exactly when a single app can catch you out.
Which forecast is most accurate for Madison?
No single model is always right. NWS, American, European each run their own physics, so we line all three up: when they agree the Madison forecast is reliable, and when they split you should expect surprises. See our tested US accuracy scoreboard for how the models compare.
What is the warmest month in Madison?
Jul is typically the warmest month in Madison, with average highs around 81°F.
How cold does Madison get?
The coldest month in Madison is Jan, when overnight lows average about 19°F.
How much rain does Madison get?
Madison sees roughly 35 in of precipitation a year, with Apr usually the wettest month.
The forecasts Americans check
The two biggest apps keep their model a secret, so we can't show their numbers, only link you to them. The National Weather Service is public, so its data sits right in the comparison above.