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Current Weather and Forecast in Milwaukee, WI

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About the weather in Milwaukee

Milwaukee has a humid continental climate. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 80°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 18°. June brings the most rain, on about 11 days, while July is the sunniest, with 12.4 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 120 days.

Milwaukee climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit

Common questions

How does Milwaukee compare to other cities?
Its 49°F (9°C) annual average is cooler than 93% of the 3496 cities in our dataset, which are all measured on the same 2015-2024 basis.
What is the best time to visit Milwaukee?
The best time to visit Milwaukee is generally May to October, when these are the warmest and brightest weeks of the year. Daytime temperatures in that window sit near 71°F (22°C), with rain on about 11 days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in May.
Which month is wettest in Milwaukee?
June, at 4.4 inches (112 mm) over about 11 days. February is the driest month, at 1.9 inches (47 mm).
When is Milwaukee at its hottest?
July, averaging 80°F (26°C) by day and 65°F (18°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 100°F (38°C).
When is Milwaukee at its coldest?
January, with highs of 30°F (-1°C) and lows near 18°F (-8°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to -24°F (-31°C).
What is the average temperature in Milwaukee?
49°F (9°C) across all twelve months - about 56°F (13°C) by day and 42°F (6°C) after dark.
Does it snow in Milwaukee?
Yes - about 19 days a year carry measurable snowfall, concentrated November through April.
How many rainy days does Milwaukee get in a year?
About 120 days bring measurable precipitation, totalling 38.1 inches (968 mm). That works out at roughly 8.1 mm on an average wet day.