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 4.78°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.

40.6

°F

April 16, 11:38

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

41.0°F

Tomorrow:

40.7°F

Sunrise:

06:09

Sunset:

19:35

Day Length:

13 h. 26 min.

Milwaukee in April

Minimum:

34.8°F

Average:

38.5°F

Maximum:

40.5°F

Water temperature in Milwaukee today

As of now, in Milwaukee, the water temperature is 40.6°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 1.1°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The water temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

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 44.0°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 37.0°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 41.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 40.6°F, while the maximum might reach 41.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Milwaukee

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 2	34.9°F	38.7°F	36.9°F
Apr 3	35.8°F	38.3°F	36.6°F
Apr 4	37.1°F	39.3°F	37.1°F
Apr 5	36.9°F	38.5°F	37.1°F
Apr 6	37.5°F	38.6°F	37.6°F
Apr 7	37.3°F	39.1°F	37.5°F
Apr 8	37.2°F	39.7°F	38.0°F
Apr 9	37.3°F	39.3°F	37.8°F
Apr 10	38.2°F	39.4°F	38.0°F
Apr 11	39.1°F	39.5°F	38.1°F
Apr 12	38.6°F	40.2°F	38.7°F
Apr 13	38.8°F	40.0°F	38.8°F
Apr 14	39.9°F	40.6°F	39.2°F
Apr 15	41.0°F	41.0°F	39.6°F
Apr 16	40.6°F	41.0°F	39.5°F
Apr 17	40.7°F	41.0°F	39.7°F
Apr 18	40.6°F	41.7°F	39.5°F
Apr 19	40.7°F	41.8°F	39.7°F
Apr 20	41.2°F	42.8°F	40.2°F
Apr 21	41.2°F	42.8°F	40.1°F
Apr 22	41.3°F	42.9°F	40.3°F
Apr 23	41.5°F	42.7°F	40.4°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.