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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.
Water temperature in Milwaukee now

56.7

°F

July 5, 21:56

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

58.4°F

Tomorrow:

57.5°F

Sunrise:

05:18

Sunset:

20:34

Day Length:

15 h. 16 min.

Milwaukee in July

Minimum:

35.2°F

Average:

37.9°F

Maximum:

39.4°F

Water temperature in Milwaukee today

As of now, in Milwaukee, the water temperature is 56.7°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 8.6°F lower 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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 73.1°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 59.2°F on 2017.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 57.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 57.5°F, while the maximum might reach 58.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Milwaukee

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 21 54.7°F 60.9°F 58.4°F
Jun 22 54.9°F 59.5°F 58.7°F
Jun 23 55.1°F 62.5°F 59.3°F
Jun 24 56.8°F 61.5°F 60.1°F
Jun 25 56.1°F 61.4°F 60.6°F
Jun 26 55.6°F 60.5°F 59.4°F
Jun 27 57.5°F 60.7°F 60.1°F
Jun 28 58.3°F 61.8°F 60.9°F
Jun 29 60.8°F 62.4°F 61.3°F
Jun 30 57.7°F 63.9°F 61.3°F
Jul 1 56.9°F 64.5°F 61.4°F
Jul 2 57.7°F 66.6°F 62.1°F
Jul 3 58.8°F 67.9°F 62.3°F
Jul 4 58.4°F 68.6°F 63.5°F
Jul 5 56.7°F 69.1°F 65.3°F
Jul 6 57.5°F 67.7°F 66.1°F
Jul 7 57.7°F 68.1°F 66.3°F
Jul 8 57.6°F 65.7°F 66.2°F
Jul 9 57.6°F 65.4°F 66.3°F
Jul 10 58.1°F 66.2°F 66.7°F
Jul 11 57.9°F 66.9°F 66.5°F
Jul 12 58.3°F 68.1°F 66.9°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, 40.3°F in Spring, 64.3°F in Summer, and 56.8°F in Autumn.