Milwaukee Travel Guide
Milwaukee travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Milwaukee is a city in Wisconsin. Milwaukee is known for Breweries and lakefront festivals. It has a population of about 570.000.
Right now it is 51°F (10°C) in Milwaukee with partly cloudy. It feels like 44°F. Today runs from 49°F to 57°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Milwaukee is May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 82°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 15°F.
The closest major airport is O'Hare International Airport (ORD), about 74 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Michigan, Indiana Dunes National Park and Starved Rock State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 57°F is 6.3°F below the 63°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Milwaukee today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Milwaukee
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 43°2′20″N 87°54′23.4″W (43.0389, -87.9065)
Weather in Milwaukee right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:50 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 55° / 52°
Light drizzle · 47% rain · wind 14 mph
🌦️ 57° / 53°
Light rain · 22% rain · wind 13 mph
Quick facts about Milwaukee
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Wisconsin |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 43°2′20″N 87°54′23.4″W (43.0389, -87.9065) |
| Population | 570.000 |
| Known for | Breweries and lakefront festivals |
| Local time | 7:50 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in Milwaukee
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Milwaukee.
Best time to visit Milwaukee
Go in May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 52°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Milwaukee
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| O'Hare International Airport | ORD | 74 mi | Chicago |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Milwaukee?
Milwaukee is a city in Wisconsin. Its coordinates are 43.0389, -87.9065. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Milwaukee right now?
It is currently 51°F (10°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 71% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Milwaukee?
May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Milwaukee, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Milwaukee in?
Milwaukee observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 7:50 PM.
How many people live in Milwaukee?
Milwaukee has a population of approximately 570.000.
What is the nearest airport to Milwaukee?
The closest airports are O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 74 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Milwaukee?
Popular options include Lake Michigan, Indiana Dunes National Park and Starved Rock State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 7:50 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
