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Gale Warning 3, NWS Milwaukee, WI

January 26, 2025

NWS Milwaukee, WI issued this gale warning at Jan 26, 2025, 2:33 AM CST. It took effect at Jan 26, 2025, 6:00 PM CST. It was in force for 28 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

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The facts

Issued
Jan 26, 2025, 2:33 AM CST (08:33 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 26, 2025, 6:00 PM CST
Expired
Jan 27, 2025, 10:00 PM CST
In force
28 hr
Issued by
NWS Milwaukee, WI

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840 
WHUS73 KMKX 260833
MWWMKX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
233 AM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

LMZ643>646-261645-
/O.CAN.KMKX.SC.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-250126T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMKX.GL.A.0004.250127T1400Z-250128T0000Z/
Sheboygan to Port Washington WI-
Port Washington to North Point Light WI-
North Point Light to Wind Point WI-
Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL-
233 AM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt 
  possible.

* WHERE...Nearshore Waters from Sheboygan to Winthrop Harbor IL.

* WHEN...From Monday morning through late Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LMZ261-362-364-366-563-565-567-868-261645-
/O.UPG.KMKX.GL.A.0003.250127T0000Z-250128T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KMKX.GL.W.0003.250127T0000Z-250128T0400Z/
Lake Michigan from Seul Choix Point to Rock Island Passage 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan South of a line from Seul Choix Point to the
Mackinac Bridge and North of a line from Charlevoix MI to South
Fox Island 5NM offshore-
Lake Michigan from Charlevoix to Point Betsie MI 5NM Offshore to
mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Point Betsie to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Rock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI 5NM
offshore to mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Sturgeon Bay to Two Rivers WI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Two Rivers to Sheboygan WI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Pentwater to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
233 AM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 PM CST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 
  7 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...Northern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 10 PM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ080-669-671-673-675-777-779-870-872-874-876-878-261645-
/O.UPG.KMKX.GL.A.0003.250127T0000Z-250128T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KMKX.GL.W.0003.250127T1400Z-250128T0400Z/
Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to
mid-line of lake.-
Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore
to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Whitehall to Pentwater MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Grand Haven to Whitehall MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Holland to Grand Haven MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from South Haven to Holland MI 5NM offshore to Mid
lake-
Lake Michigan from St Joseph to South Haven MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
233 AM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 10 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 
  6 to 11 ft expected.

* WHERE...Southern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...From 8 AM to 10 PM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

Sheppard
9 follow-up statements
380 
WHUS73 KMKX 261446
MWWMKX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
846 AM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

LMZ643>646-262300-
/O.NEW.KMKX.SC.Y.0011.250126T2100Z-250127T1400Z/
/O.UPG.KMKX.GL.A.0004.250127T1400Z-250128T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KMKX.GL.W.0003.250127T1400Z-250128T0000Z/
Sheboygan to Port Washington WI-
Port Washington to North Point Light WI-
North Point Light to Wind Point WI-
Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL-
846 AM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
8 AM CST MONDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 6 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt expected. For the Gale Warning, west 
  winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt expected.

* WHERE...Nearshore Waters from Sheboygan to Winthrop Harbor IL.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon 
  to 8 AM CST Monday. For the Gale Warning, from 8 AM to 6 PM 
  CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ080-669-671-673-675-777-779-870-872-874-876-878-262300-
/O.EXT.KMKX.GL.W.0003.250127T1200Z-250128T0400Z/
Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to
mid-line of lake.-
Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore
to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Whitehall to Pentwater MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Grand Haven to Whitehall MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Holland to Grand Haven MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from South Haven to Holland MI 5NM offshore to Mid
lake-
Lake Michigan from St Joseph to South Haven MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
846 AM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 
  6 to 11 ft expected.

* WHERE...Southern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 10 PM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ261-362-364-366-563-565-567-868-262300-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.250127T0000Z-250128T0400Z/
Lake Michigan from Seul Choix Point to Rock Island Passage 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan South of a line from Seul Choix Point to the
Mackinac Bridge and North of a line from Charlevoix MI to South
Fox Island 5NM offshore-
Lake Michigan from Charlevoix to Point Betsie MI 5NM Offshore to
mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Point Betsie to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Rock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI 5NM
offshore to mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Sturgeon Bay to Two Rivers WI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Two Rivers to Sheboygan WI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Pentwater to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
846 AM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 PM
CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 
  7 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...Northern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 10 PM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$
547 
WHUS73 KMKX 262051
MWWMKX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
251 PM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

LMZ643>646-270500-
/O.CON.KMKX.SC.Y.0011.250126T2100Z-250127T1400Z/
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.250127T1400Z-250128T0000Z/
Sheboygan to Port Washington WI-
Port Washington to North Point Light WI-
North Point Light to Wind Point WI-
Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL-
251 PM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM CST MONDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 6 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 kt 
  with gusts up to 35 kt expected. For the Gale Warning, west 
  winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt expected.

* WHERE...Nearshore Waters from Sheboygan to Winthrop Harbor IL.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 8 AM CST Monday. 
  For the Gale Warning, from 8 AM to 6 PM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ261-362-364-366-563-565-567-868-270500-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.250127T0000Z-250128T0400Z/
Lake Michigan from Seul Choix Point to Rock Island Passage 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan South of a line from Seul Choix Point to the
Mackinac Bridge and North of a line from Charlevoix MI to South
Fox Island 5NM offshore-
Lake Michigan from Charlevoix to Point Betsie MI 5NM Offshore to
mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Point Betsie to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Rock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI 5NM
offshore to mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Sturgeon Bay to Two Rivers WI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Two Rivers to Sheboygan WI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Pentwater to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
251 PM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 PM
CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 
  8 to 13 ft expected.

* WHERE...Northern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 10 PM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ080-669-671-673-675-777-779-870-872-874-876-878-270500-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.250127T1200Z-250128T0400Z/
Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to
mid-line of lake.-
Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore
to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Whitehall to Pentwater MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Grand Haven to Whitehall MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Holland to Grand Haven MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from South Haven to Holland MI 5NM offshore to Mid
lake-
Lake Michigan from St Joseph to South Haven MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
251 PM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 
  6 to 11 ft expected.

* WHERE...Southern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 10 PM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$
424 
WHUS73 KMKX 270255
MWWMKX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
855 PM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

LMZ643>646-271100-
/O.CON.KMKX.SC.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-250127T1400Z/
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.250127T1400Z-250128T0000Z/
Sheboygan to Port Washington WI-
Port Washington to North Point Light WI-
North Point Light to Wind Point WI-
Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL-
855 PM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM CST MONDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 6 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 kt 
  with gusts up to 31 kt. For the Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 
  25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt expected.

* WHERE...Nearshore Waters from Sheboygan to Winthrop Harbor IL.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 8 AM CST Monday. 
  For the Gale Warning, from 8 AM to 6 PM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ261-362-364-366-563-565-567-868-271100-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-250128T0400Z/
Lake Michigan from Seul Choix Point to Rock Island Passage 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan South of a line from Seul Choix Point to the
Mackinac Bridge and North of a line from Charlevoix MI to South
Fox Island 5NM offshore-
Lake Michigan from Charlevoix to Point Betsie MI 5NM Offshore to
mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Point Betsie to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Rock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI 5NM
offshore to mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Sturgeon Bay to Two Rivers WI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Two Rivers to Sheboygan WI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Pentwater to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
855 PM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 
  9 to 14 ft.

* WHERE...Northern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ080-669-671-673-675-777-779-870-872-874-876-878-271100-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.250127T1200Z-250128T0400Z/
Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to
mid-line of lake.-
Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore
to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Whitehall to Pentwater MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Grand Haven to Whitehall MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Holland to Grand Haven MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from South Haven to Holland MI 5NM offshore to Mid
lake-
Lake Michigan from St Joseph to South Haven MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
855 PM CST Sun Jan 26 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 
  6 to 11 ft expected.

* WHERE...Southern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 10 PM CST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

MRC
593 
WHUS73 KMKX 270839
MWWMKX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
239 AM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

LMZ643>646-271645-
/O.CON.KMKX.SC.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-250127T1400Z/
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.250127T1400Z-250128T0000Z/
Sheboygan to Port Washington WI-
Port Washington to North Point Light WI-
North Point Light to Wind Point WI-
Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL-
239 AM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM
CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, southwest winds 
  20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt expected.

* WHERE...Nearshore Waters from Sheboygan to Winthrop Harbor IL.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 8 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Warning, from 8 AM this morning to 6 PM 
  CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ261-362-364-366-563-565-567-868-271645-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-250128T0400Z/
Lake Michigan from Seul Choix Point to Rock Island Passage 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan South of a line from Seul Choix Point to the
Mackinac Bridge and North of a line from Charlevoix MI to South
Fox Island 5NM offshore-
Lake Michigan from Charlevoix to Point Betsie MI 5NM Offshore to
mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Point Betsie to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Rock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI 5NM
offshore to mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Sturgeon Bay to Two Rivers WI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Two Rivers to Sheboygan WI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Pentwater to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
239 AM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 
  9 to 14 ft.

* WHERE...Northern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ080-669-671-673-675-777-779-870-872-874-876-878-271645-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.250127T1200Z-250128T0400Z/
Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to
mid-line of lake.-
Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore
to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Whitehall to Pentwater MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Grand Haven to Whitehall MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Holland to Grand Haven MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from South Haven to Holland MI 5NM offshore to Mid
lake-
Lake Michigan from St Joseph to South Haven MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
239 AM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO 10 PM
CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 
  7 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...Southern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to 10 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

Sheppard
250 
WHUS73 KMKX 271517
MWWMKX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
917 AM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

LMZ261-362-364-366-563-565-567-868-272330-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-250128T0400Z/
Lake Michigan from Seul Choix Point to Rock Island Passage 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan South of a line from Seul Choix Point to the
Mackinac Bridge and North of a line from Charlevoix MI to South
Fox Island 5NM offshore-
Lake Michigan from Charlevoix to Point Betsie MI 5NM Offshore to
mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Point Betsie to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Rock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI 5NM
offshore to mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Sturgeon Bay to Two Rivers WI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Two Rivers to Sheboygan WI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Pentwater to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
917 AM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 
  9 to 14 ft.

* WHERE...Northern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ080-669-671-673-675-777-779-870-872-874-876-878-272330-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-250128T0400Z/
Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to
mid-line of lake.-
Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore
to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Whitehall to Pentwater MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Grand Haven to Whitehall MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Holland to Grand Haven MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from South Haven to Holland MI 5NM offshore to Mid
lake-
Lake Michigan from St Joseph to South Haven MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
917 AM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 
  7 to 12 ft expected.

* WHERE...Southern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ643>646-272330-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-250128T0000Z/
Sheboygan to Port Washington WI-
Port Washington to North Point Light WI-
North Point Light to Wind Point WI-
Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL-
917 AM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt 
  expected.

* WHERE...Nearshore Waters from Sheboygan to Winthrop Harbor IL.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$
639 
WHUS73 KMKX 272031
MWWMKX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
231 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

LMZ261-362-364-366-563-565-567-868-280445-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-250128T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KMKX.GL.A.0005.250128T2000Z-250129T1500Z/
Lake Michigan from Seul Choix Point to Rock Island Passage 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan South of a line from Seul Choix Point to the
Mackinac Bridge and North of a line from Charlevoix MI to South
Fox Island 5NM offshore-
Lake Michigan from Charlevoix to Point Betsie MI 5NM Offshore to
mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Point Betsie to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Rock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI 5NM
offshore to mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Sturgeon Bay to Two Rivers WI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Two Rivers to Sheboygan WI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Pentwater to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
231 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH WEDNESDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts 
  up to 35 kt and waves 7 to 12 ft. For the Gale Watch, west 
  winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft 
  possible.

* WHERE...Northern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 PM CST this evening. For 
  the Gale Watch, from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday 
  morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ080-669-671-673-675-777-779-870-872-874-876-878-280445-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-250128T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KMKX.GL.A.0005.250128T2000Z-250129T1500Z/
Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to
mid-line of lake.-
Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore
to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Whitehall to Pentwater MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Grand Haven to Whitehall MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Holland to Grand Haven MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from South Haven to Holland MI 5NM offshore to Mid
lake-
Lake Michigan from St Joseph to South Haven MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
231 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH WEDNESDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts 
  up to 40 kt and waves 7 to 12 ft. For the Gale Watch, west 
  winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 6 to 11 ft 
  possible.

* WHERE...Southern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 PM CST this evening. For 
  the Gale Watch, from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday 
  morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ643>646-280445-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-250128T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMKX.GL.A.0005.250128T2000Z-250129T1500Z/
Sheboygan to Port Washington WI-
Port Washington to North Point Light WI-
North Point Light to Wind Point WI-
Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL-
231 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH WEDNESDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts
  up to 40 kt. For the Gale Watch, west winds 15 to 20 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt possible.

* WHERE...Nearshore Waters from Sheboygan to Winthrop Harbor IL.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 6 PM CST this evening. For 
  the Gale Watch, from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday 
  morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$
702 
WHUS73 KMKX 272359
MWWMKX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
559 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

LMZ643>646-280800-
/O.EXP.KMKX.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-250128T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMKX.SC.Y.0012.250128T0000Z-250128T0600Z/
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.A.0005.250128T2000Z-250129T1500Z/
Sheboygan to Port Washington WI-
Port Washington to North Point Light WI-
North Point Light to Wind Point WI-
Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL-
559 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...GALE WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
WEDNESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt expected. For the Gale Watch, west 
  winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 35 kt possible.

* WHERE...Nearshore Waters from Sheboygan to Winthrop Harbor IL.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until midnight CST 
  tonight. For the Gale Watch, from Tuesday afternoon through 
  Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LMZ261-362-364-366-563-565-567-868-280800-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-250128T0400Z/
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.A.0005.250128T2000Z-250129T1500Z/
Lake Michigan from Seul Choix Point to Rock Island Passage 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan South of a line from Seul Choix Point to the
Mackinac Bridge and North of a line from Charlevoix MI to South
Fox Island 5NM offshore-
Lake Michigan from Charlevoix to Point Betsie MI 5NM Offshore to
mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Point Betsie to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Rock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI 5NM
offshore to mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Sturgeon Bay to Two Rivers WI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Two Rivers to Sheboygan WI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Pentwater to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
559 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
WEDNESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft. For the Gale Watch, west
  winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft 
  possible.

* WHERE...Northern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 PM CST this evening. For 
  the Gale Watch, from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday 
  morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ080-669-671-673-675-777-779-870-872-874-876-878-280800-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-250128T0400Z/
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.A.0005.250128T2000Z-250129T1500Z/
Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to
mid-line of lake.-
Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore
to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Whitehall to Pentwater MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Grand Haven to Whitehall MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Holland to Grand Haven MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from South Haven to Holland MI 5NM offshore to Mid
lake-
Lake Michigan from St Joseph to South Haven MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
559 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
WEDNESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts 
  up to 40 kt and waves 7 to 10 ft. For the Gale Watch, west 
  winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 7 to 10 ft 
  possible.

* WHERE...Southern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 PM CST this evening. For 
  the Gale Watch, from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday 
  morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

MRC
643 
WHUS73 KMKX 280308
MWWMKX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
908 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

LMZ261-362-364-366-563-565-567-868-281115-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-250128T0400Z/
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.A.0005.250128T2000Z-250129T1500Z/
Lake Michigan from Seul Choix Point to Rock Island Passage 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan South of a line from Seul Choix Point to the
Mackinac Bridge and North of a line from Charlevoix MI to South
Fox Island 5NM offshore-
Lake Michigan from Charlevoix to Point Betsie MI 5NM Offshore to
mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Point Betsie to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Rock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI 5NM
offshore to mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Sturgeon Bay to Two Rivers WI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Two Rivers to Sheboygan WI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Pentwater to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
908 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
WEDNESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 4 to 7 ft. For the Gale Watch, 
  west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 6 to 9 
  ft possible.

* WHERE...Northern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 PM CST this evening. For 
  the Gale Watch, from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday 
  morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ080-669-671-673-675-777-779-870-872-874-876-878-281115-
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-250128T0400Z/
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.A.0005.250128T2000Z-250129T1500Z/
Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to
mid-line of lake.-
Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore
to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Whitehall to Pentwater MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Grand Haven to Whitehall MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Holland to Grand Haven MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from South Haven to Holland MI 5NM offshore to Mid
lake-
Lake Michigan from St Joseph to South Haven MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
908 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
WEDNESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts
  up to 35 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft. For the Gale Watch, west winds
  20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 7 to 10 ft 
  possible.

* WHERE...Southern Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 PM CST this evening. For 
  the Gale Watch, from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday 
  morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LMZ643>646-281115-
/O.CON.KMKX.SC.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-250128T0600Z/
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.A.0005.250128T2000Z-250129T1500Z/
Sheboygan to Port Washington WI-
Port Washington to North Point Light WI-
North Point Light to Wind Point WI-
Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL-
908 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
WEDNESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, west to northwest winds 15
  to 25 kt. For the Gale Watch, west winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts
  up to 35 kt possible.

* WHERE...Nearshore Waters from Sheboygan to Winthrop Harbor IL.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until midnight CST 
  tonight. For the Gale Watch, from Tuesday afternoon through 
  Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

MRC
125 
WHUS73 KMKX 280411
MWWMKX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
1011 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

LMZ080-261-362-364-366-563-565-567-669-671-673-675-777-779-868-
870-872-874-876-878-281215-
/O.EXP.KMKX.GL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-250128T0400Z/
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.A.0005.250128T2000Z-250129T1500Z/
Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to
mid-line of lake.-
Lake Michigan from Seul Choix Point to Rock Island Passage 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan South of a line from Seul Choix Point to the
Mackinac Bridge and North of a line from Charlevoix MI to South
Fox Island 5NM offshore-
Lake Michigan from Charlevoix to Point Betsie MI 5NM Offshore to
mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Point Betsie to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Rock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI 5NM
offshore to mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Sturgeon Bay to Two Rivers WI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Two Rivers to Sheboygan WI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore
to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Pentwater to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Whitehall to Pentwater MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Grand Haven to Whitehall MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Holland to Grand Haven MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from South Haven to Holland MI 5NM offshore to Mid
lake-
Lake Michigan from St Joseph to South Haven MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
1011 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
WEDNESDAY MORNING...
...GALE WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  7 to 10 ft possible.

* WHERE...All Open Waters of Lake Michigan.

* WHEN...From Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LMZ643>646-281215-
/O.EXT.KMKX.SC.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-250128T1000Z/
/O.CON.KMKX.GL.A.0005.250128T2000Z-250129T1500Z/
Sheboygan to Port Washington WI-
Port Washington to North Point Light WI-
North Point Light to Wind Point WI-
Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL-
1011 PM CST Mon Jan 27 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST TUESDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
WEDNESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 
  kt. For the Gale Watch, west winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 
  35 kt possible.

* WHERE...Nearshore Waters from Sheboygan to Winthrop Harbor IL.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 4 AM CST Tuesday. 
  For the Gale Watch, from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday 
  morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

MRC

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this gale warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Milwaukee, WI wrote its last area forecast discussion before this gale warning went out at Jan 25, 9:02 PM CST, 5 hours 31 minutes earlier. Its key messages:

  • A bit cooler tomorrow, then milder temperatures to start the work week, with periods of breezy winds.
  • Gusty winds are expected at times over our nearshore waters and the open waters of Lake Michigan through the weekend and into Monday. A Gale Watch is in effect for all of the open waters of Lake Michigan Sunday evening through Monday evening.
Area forecast discussion, Jan 25, 9:02 PM CST, 5 hours 31 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion...UPDATED
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
902 PM CST Sat Jan 25 2025

.KEY MESSAGES...

- A bit cooler tomorrow, then milder temperatures to start the
  work week, with periods of breezy winds.

- Gusty winds are expected at times over our nearshore waters
  and the open waters of Lake Michigan through the weekend and
  into Monday. A Gale Watch is in effect for all of the open
  waters of Lake Michigan Sunday evening through Monday evening.

&&

.UPDATE...
Issued 902 PM CST Sat Jan 25 2025

The scattered snow showers ended shortly after dark. Winds are
still gusty due to a tight pressure gradient between an exiting
trough and high pressure approaching. Our pressure gradient will
relax overnight as that ridge pushes into southwest WI. Inland
areas are already seeing a decrease in the winds due to the
weakening pressure gradient and also less mixing with the
nocturnal inversion. Expect temps to steadily fall overnight,
and suddenly fall when winds fall off due to efficient
radiational cooling. With dewpoints of around 10 and falling,
our forecast lows are around that value.

Cronce

&&

.SHORT TERM...
Issued 305 PM CST Sat Jan 25 2025

Tonight through Sunday night:

Scattered flurries, light snow, and light rain/snow mix showers
are moving west over central WI. This activity is in
association with a cold front that is moving over the area,
steepening lapse rates amid the daytime sunshine. Any mix should
change over the snow with time and flurries/light snow showers
should continue until after sunset, mainly remaining confined to
areas along and north of I-94. Gusty winds from 35 to 40 mph
will also be likely into tonight as we mix and tap into greater
momentum aloft.

Winds should gradually ease overnight with clearing skies
returning for Sunday. Overnight lows will be chilly in the upper
single digits. Sunday itself should remain dry and breezy, with
slightly colder temperatures in the mid to upper 20s ushered in
by the brief cold advection behind the cold front.

CMiller

&&

.LONG TERM...
Issued 252 PM CST Sat Jan 25 2025

Monday through Saturday:

A west to east oriented ridge will move overhead on Monday as a
strong low pressure system moves through central Canada. Gusty
southwest winds from 35 to potentially 45 mph along the
lakeshore will usher a warm airmass northward and our daytime
highs will increase to near 40. Clouds are expected to increase
through the day as a clipper system moves over northern WI
overnight Monday into Tuesday. Warmer temperatures will stick
around through at least Tuesday before a passing frontal
boundary knocks temperatures down into the low 30s for
Wednesday. Dry and mild conditions then continue through the
rest of the extended period.

CMiller

&&

.AVIATION...
Issued 902 PM CST Sat Jan 25 2025

Winds will gradually diminish overnight, and this will happen
earlier for inland areas than in the lakeshore counties. Clear
skies are expected tonight and Sunday, with just a few high
clouds around.

Cronce

&&

.MARINE...
Issued 232 PM CST Sat Jan 25 2025

A cold front will work southeast over Lake Michigan through the
remainder of the afternoon and into this evening. Gusty Southwest
winds are ongoing and will continue, becoming northwesterly with
time into the overnight hours. A few gusts to gale force may
occur on a more isolated basis for the rest of the afternoon
through midnight CST. Moderate freezing spray will also be
possible over most of the open waters, mainly during the early
morning hours on Sunday.

Northwest winds will then ease a bit Sunday morning, but remain
elevated into Sunday afternoon. A second prolonged period of gusty
southwest winds is then expected to take hold Sunday evening into
Monday night as strong low pressure moves over James Bay. Gales
look more likely during this time period, and a Gale Watch has
been issued for all of the open waters of Lake Michigan.CMiller

&&

.MKX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
WI...None.
LM...Small Craft Advisory...LMZ643-LMZ644-LMZ645-LMZ646 until 6 AM
     Sunday.

     Gale Watch...LMZ080-LMZ261-LMZ362-LMZ364-LMZ366-LMZ563-LMZ565-
     LMZ567-LMZ669-LMZ671-LMZ673-LMZ675-LMZ777-LMZ779-LMZ868-
     LMZ870-LMZ872-LMZ874-LMZ876-LMZ878...6 PM Sunday to
     midnight Tuesday.

&&

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Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
212 PM CST Sat Jan 25 2025

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Marquette-Green Lake-Fond du Lac-Sheboygan-Sauk-Columbia-Dodge-
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212 PM CST Sat Jan 25 2025

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of east central
Wisconsin, south central Wisconsin and southeast Wisconsin.

.DAY ONE...Tonight

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Saturday

No hazardous weather is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

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Sheboygan to Port Washington WI-
Port Washington to North Point Light WI-
North Point Light to Wind Point WI-
Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL-
212 PM CST Sat Jan 25 2025

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for the nearshore waters from
Sheboygan Wisconsin to Winthrop Harbor Illinois.

.DAY ONE...Tonight

A Small Craft Advisory is in effect through tonight due to gusty
west winds behind a cold front.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Saturday

Small Craft conditions are likely Sunday night through Monday due
to gusty west winds. Gale force winds cannot be ruled out on
Monday.

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Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to
mid-line of lake.-
Lake Michigan from Seul Choix Point to Rock Island Passage 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan South of a line from Seul Choix Point to the
Mackinac Bridge and North of a line from Charlevoix MI to South
Fox Island 5NM offshore-
Lake Michigan from Charlevoix to Point Betsie MI 5NM Offshore to
mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Point Betsie to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Rock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI 5NM
offshore to mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Sturgeon Bay to Two Rivers WI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Two Rivers to Sheboygan WI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore
to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Pentwater to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Whitehall to Pentwater MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Grand Haven to Whitehall MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Holland to Grand Haven MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from South Haven to Holland MI 5NM offshore to Mid
lake-
Lake Michigan from St Joseph to South Haven MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
212 PM CST Sat Jan 25 2025

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for the open waters of Lake
Michigan.

.DAY ONE...Tonight

Brisk westerly winds are expected behind a cold front through
tonight. A few gusts to gale force on an isolated basis cannot be
ruled out this afternoon and evening.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Saturday

Another round of gusty west winds is expected Sunday night through
Monday night. Gale force winds are possible and a Gale Watch has
been issued for this time period.

www.weather.gov/mkx

The office that day

Everything else NWS Milwaukee, WI issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 26, 2:33 AM CSTGale WatchMKX6 hr
Jan 26, 8:46 AM CSTSmall Craft AdvisoryMKX23 hr
Jan 26, 12:19 PM CSTWind AdvisoryMKXKenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Sheboygan, Walworth and 2 more30 hr

Nearby

Gale Warnings in Wisconsin, 2025Every gale warning in 2025

Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text.