Whitetail Forecast
Live Madison-area forecast

Wisconsin deer movement today

Wisconsin early-season whitetails lean on food sources and clean access. Use today’s Madison-area Movement Index for a quick statewide pulse, then check your exact ZIP for wind and sit windows.

62
Fair
Movement Index · Madison, WI

Good — Stick to your best spots and be disciplined. This isn't a day to gamble on a new location.

As of Monday, September 7, 2026 at 10:53 PM · Confidence: High — All key inputs are reliable and well-defined. This is a high-accuracy forecast.

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Best sit today

Morning stand (6:03 AM – 8:18 AM) — solid window. Be in your stand 30–45 min before the window opens.

Season phase: early-season

Best movement times

  • 6:03 AM – 8:18 AM
  • 5:32 PM – 7:47 PM
  • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Movement periods

Early Morning
6:03 AM – 8:18 AM
Good · 74/100
Midday
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Poor · 40/100
Evening
5:32 PM – 7:47 PM
Good · 70/100

Weather snapshot

  • 68°F
  • Wind SE at 9 mph
  • Pressure steady
  • Waning Crescent moon

Top movement factors

  • Wind: 9 mph — favorable wind that tends to keep scent moving predictably without overloading deer senses.
  • Rain Clearing Boost: High residual humidity (77%) with clearing conditions — deer that held tight during rain are likely to move aggressively as weather improves.
  • Warm Front: 3°F warming trend — slight negative that may shift movement toward dusk rather than dawn.
  • Temperature: 68°F — mild temperatures tend to taper daytime movement. The last hour of shooting light is often the best bet.
  • Season: Early Season: Deer follow predictable food-source patterns. Target mast crops and ag fields at dawn and dusk.