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Milwaukee in August

Find out everything about the water temperature in Milwaukee in August. Average, minimum and maximum recorded temperatures as well as daily temperature in August for the last two years. Compare the current month's water temperature data with other months of the year.
Water temperature in August
Minimum:

53.1 °F

Average:

69.8 °F

Maximum:

75.7 °F

Water temperature in Milwaukee in August

In the city of Milwaukee, the month of August is somewhat comfortable for swimming. The minimum recorded temperature during this month was 53.1°F on August 5, 2022, with an average temperature being 69.8°F and a maximum temperature reaching 75.7°F on August 5, 2024.

While some may find it enjoyable for a brief swim, others might consider it a bit too cold for extended periods in the water. In August, the water temperature remains relatively stable. The average temperature stays close to 69.8°F throughout the month, with minimal changes.
Date 10 years average 2025 2024
Aug 1 68.3°F 72.8°F 73.6°F
Aug 2 68.9°F 71.5°F 74.1°F
Aug 3 69.3°F 71.7°F 73.6°F
Aug 4 69.0°F 71.9°F 75.1°F
Aug 5 69.4°F 72.5°F 75.7°F
Aug 6 69.6°F 72.7°F 75.2°F
Aug 7 69.9°F 72.8°F 74.0°F
Aug 8 69.8°F 73.2°F 73.9°F
Aug 9 69.8°F 73.2°F 73.6°F
Aug 10 69.4°F 72.8°F 73.2°F
Aug 11 69.6°F 73.0°F 73.4°F
Aug 12 69.7°F 71.8°F 73.5°F
Aug 13 69.6°F 71.5°F 73.4°F
Aug 14 69.8°F 70.3°F 73.6°F
Aug 15 70.2°F 71.0°F 74.0°F
Aug 16 70.8°F 72.8°F 73.2°F
Aug 17 70.8°F 72.2°F 73.0°F
Aug 18 70.7°F 72.0°F 72.8°F
Aug 19 71.0°F 71.3°F 72.8°F
Aug 20 71.0°F 71.1°F 72.3°F
Aug 21 71.0°F 72.0°F 72.2°F
Aug 22 70.0°F 70.3°F 71.8°F
Aug 23 69.8°F 72.0°F 71.7°F
Aug 24 69.7°F 71.0°F 71.8°F
Aug 25 69.7°F 70.4°F 72.0°F
Aug 26 69.2°F 69.3°F 72.8°F
Aug 27 69.7°F 69.1°F 74.0°F
Aug 28 69.7°F 68.9°F 73.6°F
Aug 29 69.3°F 68.7°F 73.1°F
Aug 30 68.9°F 68.4°F 73.3°F
Aug 31 69.1°F 69.2°F 73.3°F

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. In August, the temperature is higher than July's average of 66.3°F and September's average of 65.9°F.