🇺🇸 Milwaukee vs San Francisco 🇺🇸

Milwaukee, United States vs San Francisco, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. San Francisco is the warmer of the two — about 6 degrees warmer on average across the year. San Francisco is drier, with roughly 55 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Milwaukee🇺🇸 San Francisco
Avg annual high13°C19°C
Hottest monthJuly (26°C)September (24°C)
Coldest monthFebruary (-8°C low)January (8°C low)
Rainy days / year11964
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitJune, August, SeptemberJune, July, August

🇺🇸 Milwaukee

Best around June, August, September. Hottest in July (26°C), coldest lows in February (-8°C).

🇺🇸 San Francisco

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in September (24°C), coldest lows in January (8°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Milwaukee or San Francisco warmer?

San Francisco is warmer overall, averaging about 6 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Milwaukee or San Francisco?

Milwaukee is rainier — San Francisco sees about 55 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Milwaukee vs San Francisco?

Milwaukee is best around June, August, September; San Francisco is best around June, July, August.

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