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Gale Watch — Sheboygan to Port Washington WI, LM, Port Washington to North Point Light WI, LM
Issued
10:00 PM CDT · Mon, Sep 14 2026
Expires
7:00 AM CDT · Tue, Sep 15 2026
Issuing Office
NWS KMKX

Affected Areas

Sheboygan to Port Washington WI, LM Port Washington to North Point Light WI, LM

Official Bulletin

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and
waves 7 to 12 ft possible.

* WHERE...Northern Two Thirds of the Open Waters of Lake
Michigan, 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 Holland to Grand Haven MI 5NM offshore to Mid Lake, and
Lake Michigan from South Haven to Holland MI 5NM offshore to
Mid lake.

* WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday afternoon.

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

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.