Rhinelander Area

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Today’s Forecast:

84°F
Clear
Station: KRHI
Observed at: 6:45 pm
Wind: 11 mph | Humidity: 66%

Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Southwest wind 2 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Today’s Report:

Boating

Excellent
  96 /100

Excellent for boating. High near 68°F. Low rain risk (14%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions

Camping

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for camping. High near 68°F. Low rain risk (14%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions

Golf

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for golf. High near 68°F. Low rain risk (14%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions

About Rhinelander

Rhinelander is a classic Northwoods base for lakes, forests, trails, camping, paddling, boating, and golf. It has the kind of outdoor setup where you can make a simple plan in the morning and still have a great day by afternoon.

Calm lake conditions favor paddling and boating. Cooler, dry weather is excellent for hiking, biking, and golf. When rain moves in, you can slow down, explore town, or save the bigger outdoor plan for the next clear window.

Make the Most of a Rhinelander Area Day

Use the forecast to pick your lake or trail, not to overcomplicate the day. Northwoods weather can change quickly, so build in a backup and enjoy the best part of the day as it comes.

Weather Tips for Rhinelander Area

Morning lake calm, afternoon wind, and summer storms are the main weather patterns to watch for outdoor planning.

A few things worth watching before you head out:

  • Wind: Wind can affect even smaller lakes and make paddling less comfortable.
  • Thunderstorms: Check timing before remote hiking or longer water plans.
  • Trail conditions: Heavy rain can leave low spots muddy and roots slick.
  • Cool nights: Camping evenings can become cool even after a warm day.
  • Bugs: Warm, damp weather can make forest outings less comfortable.

Plan Around the Conditions

Make water the priority during calmer hours. Save golf, hiking, trails, town, and indoor stops for a windier or wetter period.

7-Day Forecast for Rhinelander Area:

84°F
Clear
Station: KRHI
Observed at: 6:45 pm
Wind: 11 mph | Humidity: 66%
Wed
84° 66°
67%
Thu
87° 64°
11%
Fri
84° 62°
78%
Ind 🌧
81° 60°
40%
Sun 🌧
81° 60°
37%
Mon
83° 61°
9%
Tue 🌧
83° --°
18%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

84° Wed 87° Thu 84° Fri 81° Ind 81° Sun 83° Mon 83° Tue
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: June 30, 2026 7:27 pm CDT