Water Temperature of the Root River in Franklin, WI
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Station Name: ROOT RIVER AT 60TH ST NEAR CALEDONIA, WI
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov
Elevation Above Sea Level: 676 feet
Nearest Address:
10502 S 60th St
Franklin, WI 53132
Milwaukee County
GPS Coordinates: 42.85555556, -87.9907222
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Weather for Franklin, Wisconsin
Current Weather

Five Day Weather Forecast

Sat
H: 7°F
L: -14°F

Sun
H: 12°F
L: 1°F

Mon
H: 13°F
L: -1°F

Tue
H: 16°F
L: 6°F

Wed
H: 13°F
L: 3°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 31.65 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.05 μg/m3
Ozone: 33 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:04 AM
Sunset: 4:55 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 41 mins
Moon Transit: 4:39 PM
Moonset: 11:38 PM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 34.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:02 AM - 6:32 AM4:09 PM - 6:39 PM
Minor Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM9:24 AM - 10:54 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 24 at 5:47AM CST until January 24 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Effective: Sat January 24, 2026, 11:47 AM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 6:00 PM
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 30 below. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Wisconsin. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 24 at 5:47AM CST until January 24 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Effective: Sat January 24, 2026, 11:47 AM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 6:00 PM
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 30 below expected. * WHERE...Fond du Lac, Sheboygan, Green Lake, Marquette, Dodge, Ozaukee, and Washington Counties. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.
Hydrologic Outlook issued January 23 at 2:20PM CST by NWS Chicago IL
Effective: Fri January 23, 2026, 8:20 PM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 6:00 PM
ESFLOT Cold temperatures this week have caused a significant increase in river ice across the area, including multiple ice jams. Cold temperatures are expected to continue into next week, with favorable conditions for river ice formation. Areas of open river may see new ice growth, while areas with existing ice cover my thicken. No widespread flooding is expected, but ice jams will be possible in isolated areas, especially along the Rock, Fox, and Kankakee rivers. Ice jams may cause rises or fluctuations on area rivers with little warning. Persons with interests along area rivers should closely monitor the latest forecasts.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 24 at 1:58AM CST until January 24 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Chicago IL
Effective: Sat January 24, 2026, 7:58 AM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 6:00 PM
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 25 to 30 below this morning. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Illinois. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 to 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 24 at 1:51AM CST until January 25 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Chicago IL
Effective: Sat January 24, 2026, 7:51 AM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 6:00 PM
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches, highest within a few miles of the lakeshore. Lower snow totals are forecasted across western portions of Lake and northern Cook counties. * WHERE...Central Cook, Lake IL, and Northern Cook Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.
Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road conditions.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 24 at 10:36AM CST until January 25 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Chicago IL
Effective: Sat January 24, 2026, 4:36 PM
Expires: Sun January 25, 2026, 2:45 AM
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches, highest within a few miles of the lakeshore. Lower snow totals are forecasted across western portions of Lake and northern Cook counties. * WHERE...Central Cook, Lake IL, and Northern Cook Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.
Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road conditions.
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 10.38 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.1 μg/m3
Ozone: 53.52 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:04 AM
Sunset: 4:55 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 41 mins
Moon Transit: 4:39 PM
Moonset: 11:38 PM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 34.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:02 AM - 6:32 AM4:09 PM - 6:39 PM
Minor Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM9:24 AM - 10:54 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 19.61 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.66 μg/m3
Ozone: 47.08 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:04 AM
Sunset: 4:56 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 43 mins
Moon Transit: 5:28 PM
Moonset: 12:38 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 45.8%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:50 AM - 7:20 AM4:58 PM - 7:28 PM
Minor Periods
9:48 AM - 11:18 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 9.92 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.13 μg/m3
Ozone: 59.64 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:04 AM
Sunset: 4:57 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 45 mins
Moon Transit: 6:22 PM
Moonset: 12:54 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 57.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:41 AM - 8:11 AM5:52 PM - 8:22 PM
Minor Periods
10:16 AM - 11:46 AM12:24 AM - 1:54 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 9.23 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.79 μg/m3
Ozone: 62.8 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:04 AM
Sunset: 4:59 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 47 mins
Moon Transit: 7:20 PM
Moonset: 2:13 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 68.0%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
6:37 AM - 9:07 AM6:50 PM - 9:20 PM
Minor Periods
10:51 AM - 12:21 AM1:43 AM - 3:13 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 10.46 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.74 μg/m3
Ozone: 67.77 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:04 AM
Sunset: 5:00 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 49 mins
Moon Transit: 8:23 PM
Moonset: 3:31 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 78.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
7:38 AM - 10:08 AM7:53 PM - 10:23 PM
Minor Periods
11:38 AM - 1:08 PM3:01 AM - 4:31 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
