Black River Falls, WI
Today’s Forecast:
Today’s Report:
Hiking
Good for hiking. High near 41°F. Low rain risk (1%). Light wind (9 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Paddling
Not Recommended for paddling. High near 41°F. Low rain risk (1%). Light wind (9 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (41°F).
- Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Camping
Good for camping. High near 41°F. Low rain risk (1%). Light wind (9 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Fishing
Good for fishing. High near 41°F. Low rain risk (1%). Light wind (9 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Sledding / Snowshoeing
Good for sledding / snowshoeing. High near 41°F. Low rain risk (1%). Light wind (9 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
About Black River Falls
Black River Falls is one of the best places in west-central Wisconsin to build a day around forest, river, and trail conditions. The city is a gateway to the Black River State Forest and a broader outdoor area known for camping, canoeing, hiking, ATV riding, pine and oak woods, and sandstone scenery.
It is a destination where the weather has a real impact on the plan. A calm, dry day can be great for a paddle, campground weekend, or trail outing. After heavy rain, some routes can be muddy and river conditions may feel different than expected. On hot summer days, shade and water access can make the area much more comfortable.
Make the Most of a Black River Falls Day
Black River Falls works well for an outdoor weekend, but it is also a good place to make a shorter plan around the weather window you have. Use cooler mornings for hiking or biking, save water activities for calm conditions, and keep a scenic drive or town stop available when storms or rain arrive.
Weather Tips for Black River Falls
- Forest conditions: Trails and forest roads can change quickly after rain.
- Thunderstorms: Do not wait out lightning on the river, in open campsites, or on exposed trails.
- Heat: Sandy ground and open riding areas can feel much hotter than the temperature suggests.
- Water levels: Recent rain can affect paddling routes, launches, and shoreline access.
Plan Around the Conditions
Check the latest outlook below to see whether today is best for hiking, paddling, camping, or a more relaxed forest-country day.