Wausau & Rib Mountain, WI

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English: The highest point on Rib Mountain is at the top of the rock formation nearest the tower

Today’s Forecast:

☀
55°F
High: 56° | Low: 46°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KAUW
Observed at: 9:00 pm CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 6 mph | Humidity: 82%

Tonight:Mostly cloudy, with a low around 46. East southeast wind around 5 mph.
Sunday:Mostly cloudy, with a high near 68. South wind around 3 mph.
Sunday Night:Patchy fog between 9pm and 4am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. North northwest wind around 2 mph.

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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for hiking. High near 68°F. Low rain risk (9%).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 100/100
Excellent for hiking. High near 74°F. Low rain risk (1%).

🚲 Biking

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for biking. High near 68°F. Low rain risk (9%).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 100/100
Excellent for biking. High near 74°F. Low rain risk (1%).

⛺ Camping

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for camping. High near 68°F. Low rain risk (9%).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 100/100
Excellent for camping. High near 74°F. Low rain risk (1%).




About Wausau & Rib Mountain

Wausau and Rib Mountain give central Wisconsin a real elevation-and-trails outdoor identity. Hiking, mountain biking, parks, river activity, golf, events, and nearby forest recreation make the area a good fit for both quick outings and weekend plans.

Cooler conditions are often great for the mountain and trails, while warm, dry days can be ideal for biking, golf, parks, and time around town. Rain, wind, and storms matter most when you are on exposed overlooks or natural-surface trails.

Make the Most of a Wausau & Rib Mountain Day

Use the forecast to pick the kind of elevation you want. A dry, comfortable day may be perfect for Rib Mountain. A hotter or stormier day may call for lower-elevation parks, shorter trails, or indoor time in town.

Weather Tips for Wausau & Rib Mountain

Exposed overlooks and ridge trails can feel windier than town. Rain can make rocky, rooty, or steeper paths slick.

A few things worth watching before you head out:

  • Wind: Rib Mountain and overlooks can be noticeably windier than downtown.
  • Trail conditions: Rain can make natural-surface trails muddy, slick, or more technical.
  • Thunderstorms: Avoid exposed high points when storms are expected.
  • Heat: Start hikes and rides early during hot summer stretches.
  • Cool mornings: Spring and fall mornings can be ideal for longer trail days.

Plan Around the Conditions

Put the most weather-sensitive hike or ride into the best window, then keep parks, dining, museums, or town time for later. Wausau makes it easy to shift without losing the day.

7-Day Forecast for Wausau & Rib Mountain:

☀
55°F
High: 56° | Low: 46°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KAUW
Observed at: 9:00 pm CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 6 mph | Humidity: 82%
Sun ☁
68° 54°
9%
Mon ⛅
75° 52°
1%
Tue 🌧
72° 58°
34%
Wed 🌧
71° 55°
45%
Thu 🌧
70° 48°
40%
Fri 🌧
66° 46°
23%
Sat 🌧
65° --°
19%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

68° Sun 75° Mon 72° Tue 71° Wed 70° Thu 66° Fri 65° Sat

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

54° Sun 52° Mon 58° Tue 55° Wed 48° Thu 46° Fri 50° Sat

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 100 Sun 100 Mon 95 Tue 95 Wed 95 Thu 100 Fri 100 Sat
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: September 26, 2026 10:26 pm CDT