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Milwaukee in August
Little changes in Milwaukee from July: highs stay near 81°F (27°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), and about 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 77/100 for comfort, 2nd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (100 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 64%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What August feels like
Highs settle around 81°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 62°F (17°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.9 in (100 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around August
August is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (September).
- Comfort improves from 73/100 in July to 77/100.
- August sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Chicago & Great Lakes route recommends.
- Our Chicago & Milwaukee route is planned for Late Nov – Dec 24, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — August falls outside it.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Milwaukee in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Milwaukee RiverWalk
Riverside path linking the Third Ward and downtown, passing the Bronze Fonz.
Mader's
German restaurant on Old World Third Street since 1902, with schnitzel, pork shank and steins of German beer.
Why now August scores 77/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Milwaukee Public Market
Third Ward market hall with seafood, cheese, Wisconsin specialties and an upstairs seating area.
Milwaukee Art Museum
Calatrava's lakefront pavilion with moving 'wings' and a strong collection.
Bryant's Cocktail Lounge
Cocktail lounge since 1938 with no menu; bartenders mix to your taste.
Nearby in August
- Chicago in August~81 mi · highs 77°F, 4.1 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Holland in August~93 mi · highs 76°F, 3.4 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Indiana Dunes in August~105 mi · highs 82°F, 4.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Door County in August~140 mi · highs 75°F, 3.3 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, drier
These averages also cover Bradford Beach & the Lakefront and Deer District & Downtown Milwaukee.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Milwaukee in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Milwaukee?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 77/100 against a best of 84 in September. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain. August is inside the Jun – Sep window our Chicago & Great Lakes route recommends.
How hot is Milwaukee in August?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 62°F (17°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Milwaukee in August?
Some: about 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 37.3 in (948 mm).
What should I pack for Milwaukee in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Milwaukee
Routes in season in August
- Chicago & Great Lakes Jun – Sep
Planning Milwaukee in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.