See the top 20 snow totals from Wisconsin’s Nov. 30 winter storm, including Madison’s 14.1 inches and multiple 12-inch+ reports across the southeast.
Southern Wisconsin’s first major winter storm of the season delivered heavy snow, strong winds, and dangerous blowing drifts from Saturday into early Sunday—along with a new daily snowfall record for Milwaukee.
According to the National Weather Service, 6.1 inches of snow fell at Milwaukee on Saturday, breaking the previous record of 3.3 inches from 1971.
“A record snowfall of 6.1 inches was set at Milwaukee yesterday.”
— National Weather Service, Milwaukee/Sullivan
Top 20 Snowfall Totals (24-hour, ending ~7 AM Sun Nov 30, 2025)
(Ranked Highest to Lowest)
| Rank | Snowfall (in.) | Location | County |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14.1″ | Madison (SW Side) | Dane |
| 2 | 13.1″ | Madison (W Side) | Dane |
| 3 | 12.7″ | Sullivan NWS (MKX) | Jefferson |
| 4 | 12.5″ | Wind Point | Racine |
| 5 | 12.5″ | Wind Point | Racine |
| 6 | 12.5″ | Pleasant Prairie | Kenosha |
| 7 | 12.1″ | Kenosha | Kenosha |
| 8 | 12.0″ | Portage | Columbia |
| 9 | 12.0″ | Mequon | Ozaukee |
| 10 | 12.0″ | Lake Geneva | Walworth |
| 11 | 11.8″ | Monona | Dane |
| 12 | 11.7″ | Sun Prairie | Dane |
| 13 | 11.7″ | Elkhorn | Walworth |
| 14 | 11.7″ | Mukwonago | Waukesha |
| 15 | 11.5″ | Greendale | Milwaukee |
| 16 | 11.5″ | Cedarburg | Ozaukee |
| 17 | 11.4″ | Dodgeville | Iowa |
| 18 | 11.2″ | Racine | Racine |
| 19 | 11.1″ | Jackson | Washington |
| 20 | 11.1″ | Waukesha | Waukesha |
What Happens Next?
Snow tapered off before sunrise Sunday, but pockets of mid-level forcing and lake enhancement added an extra punch overnight. Cleanup efforts quickly shifted from plowing to managing drifting as northwest winds increased.
“Blowing snow will be a concern today, and will likely hinder clean up efforts.”
Blowing and Drifting Create Prolonged Travel Impacts
As the storm center raced toward Lake Huron, winds gusting 25–35 mph produced widespread blowing and drifting snow, especially on north–south roadways. Even after accumulation ended, flurries and low visibility made for a slow start to Sunday.
A Winter Weather Advisory remained in effect through noon across western counties and until 3 p.m. closer to Lake Michigan due to lingering impacts.
“Given continued travel disruptions, a Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect today.”
Arctic Air Moves In
Temperatures barely budged Sunday and began a sharp drop in the evening as high pressure built in. Single-digit lows are expected overnight, with wind chills hovering near or below zero.
Skies may partially clear by dawn Monday, which could allow a few inland spots to flirt with readings near zero.
More Light Snow Ahead
The active pattern continues as several small disturbances move through the region this week. The first arrives Monday afternoon and evening with another round of light snow—an inch or less—right during the evening commute.
More light-snow chances follow midweek as a cold front moves through, then again late Thursday into Friday as winds turn southwesterly ahead of the next disturbance.
Highs will remain in the upper teens and 20s this week, with Thursday shaping up as the coldest day. Lows will fall into the single digits, with a few below-zero readings inland by Wednesday night.
“Below normal temperatures and periodic chances for light snow are expected through the week.”
