Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Milwaukee in November
Milwaukee cools off: highs slip to 46°F (8°C), from 60°F in October, with lows of 31°F (-1°C) and about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 54/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 46°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 31°F (-1°C)
- Rain
- 2.2 in (55 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 71%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 29 min
- Comfort score
- 54/100 · Fair
What November feels like
It's cool, with highs near 46°F (8°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 31°F (-1°C), so expect frost and ice.
Rain is moderate at about 2.2 in (55 mm) for the month.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 29 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are September.
- Freezing nights return: average lows drop to 31°F.
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 2.2 in (55 mm) after 3.2 in (82 mm) in October.
- Comfort slips from 75/100 in October to 54/100.
- Our Chicago & Great Lakes route recommends Jun – Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
- Our Chicago & Milwaukee route is planned for Late Nov – Dec 24, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — November is part of it.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 46°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 31°F
- Shoes with gripfrost and ice are possible
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Milwaukee in November
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Pabst Mansion
1892 Flemish Renaissance mansion of beer baron Frederick Pabst.
Sobelman's Pub & Grill
Burgers and over-the-top Bloody Marys in a corner tavern near Marquette.
Milwaukee Art Museum
Calatrava's lakefront pavilion with moving 'wings' and a strong collection.
Kopp's Frozen Custard
Classic Milwaukee frozen custard stand with daily flavors and big burgers.
Lakefront Brewery
Riverside brewery known for its entertaining tours and Friday fish fry.
Nearby in November
- Chicago in November~81 mi · highs 47°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Holland in November~93 mi · highs 46°F, 3.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Indiana Dunes in November~105 mi · highs 49°F, 2.6 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Door County in November~140 mi · highs 43°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Milwaukee?
It's middling, scoring 54/100. The best months are September, at up to 84. Expect highs of 46°F (8°C) and 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain. Our Chicago & Great Lakes route recommends Jun – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Milwaukee in November?
Average highs are 46°F (8°C) and average lows 31°F (-1°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it rain a lot in Milwaukee in November?
Not much: about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 37.3 in (948 mm).
What should I pack for Milwaukee in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 46°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 31°F), shoes with grip (frost and ice are possible) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Milwaukee
Routes in season in November
- Chicago & Milwaukee Late Nov – Dec 24
Planning Milwaukee in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.