What is the current water temperature in Milwaukee?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Milwaukee?

As of now, in Milwaukee, the water temperature is 10.08°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration.

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Water temperature in Milwaukee

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Milwaukee. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

50.1

°F

May 26, 13:55

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

48.8°F

Tomorrow:

50.1°F

Sunrise:

05:19

Sunset:

20:19

Day Length:

15 h. 0 min.

Milwaukee in June

Minimum:

34.8°F

Average:

37.9°F

Maximum:

39.6°F

Water temperature in Milwaukee today

As of now, in Milwaukee, the water temperature is 50.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 1.8°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent water temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 53.5°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 41.1°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 52.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 50.1°F, while the maximum might reach 53.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Milwaukee

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 12	45.8°F	47.0°F	43.9°F
May 13	45.7°F	49.5°F	44.6°F
May 14	46.3°F	49.5°F	44.7°F
May 15	46.6°F	48.1°F	44.9°F
May 16	47.1°F	50.5°F	45.5°F
May 17	50.1°F	50.6°F	46.2°F
May 18	49.0°F	48.5°F	46.3°F
May 19	48.2°F	49.6°F	46.5°F
May 20	47.5°F	47.8°F	46.1°F
May 21	48.0°F	46.1°F	46.1°F
May 22	47.6°F	46.1°F	46.7°F
May 23	47.3°F	45.7°F	46.9°F
May 24	47.1°F	46.6°F	48.1°F
May 25	48.8°F	47.3°F	48.3°F
May 26	50.1°F	49.5°F	48.3°F
May 27	50.1°F	49.7°F	48.3°F
May 28	50.9°F	49.9°F	49.1°F
May 29	51.2°F	49.9°F	49.4°F
May 30	52.2°F	51.9°F	50.4°F
May 31	53.0°F	52.6°F	51.2°F
Jun 1	53.6°F	51.6°F	51.7°F
Jun 2	53.8°F	52.7°F	52.0°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Water temperature in Milwaukee by month

In an average year, Milwaukee offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Milwaukee was recorded on August 5, 2024, reaching a 75.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 17, 2016, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 37.5°F in Winter, 40.2°F in Spring, 64.4°F in Summer, and 56.8°F in Autumn.