Weather in Milwaukee
What's the weather like in Milwaukee?
Milwaukee has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from -1°C (30°F) in January to 26°C (79°F) in July, with overnight lows around -8°C (18°F) and 18°C (65°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Milwaukee are June through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 43.039, -87.906
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1°C / 30°F | -8°C / 18°F | 47 mm | 8 | — |
| February | 0°C / 32°F | -8°C / 17°F | 49 mm | 8 | — |
| March | 5°C / 42°F | -2°C / 28°F | 66 mm | 10 | — |
| April | 11°C / 51°F | 3°C / 37°F | 102 mm | 13 | — |
| May | 17°C / 63°F | 9°C / 48°F | 104 mm | 12 | — |
| June | 23°C / 74°F | 15°C / 59°F | 113 mm | 12 | — |
| July | 26°C / 79°F | 18°C / 65°F | 83 mm | 10 | — |
| August | 26°C / 79°F | 18°C / 65°F | 78 mm | 10 | — |
| September | 23°C / 73°F | 16°C / 60°F | 98 mm | 10 | — |
| October | 15°C / 60°F | 9°C / 48°F | 108 mm | 10 | — |
| November | 8°C / 46°F | 1°C / 34°F | 52 mm | 7 | — |
| December | 3°C / 37°F | -3°C / 26°F | 57 mm | 9 | — |
Milwaukee by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Milwaukee?
The most comfortable months in Milwaukee are usually June, August, September, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Milwaukee?
July is typically the hottest month in Milwaukee, averaging a high of 26°C (79°F).
What is the coldest month in Milwaukee?
February is usually the coldest, with average lows around -8°C (17°F).
Does it snow in Milwaukee?
Snow is rare in Milwaukee; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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