Because of Milwaukee's northern location, residents can truly enjoy the
beauty found in each of the four seasons - whether it be the cherry and apple
blossoms of spring, the
refreshing lake breezes of summer,
the brilliant colors of fall or
the glistening snow of winter.
Milwaukee is located on roughly the same
latitude as Eugene, Oregon;
Grand Rapids, Michigan;
Boston, Massachusetts;
and Genoa, Italy. Lake
Michigan, one of the largest fresh water lakes in the world,
moderates temperatures, taking the sizzle out of the summer sun and warming
winter winds.
Temperatures range from an average high of 53 degrees Fahrenheit (14.4
Celsius) in the spring, 78 degrees Fahrenheit (25.5 Celsius) in the summer, 59
degrees (15 Celsius) in the fall and 29 degrees Fahrenheit (-1.7 Celsius) in
the winter.
Average precipitation is 31 inches (79 centimeters). The area receives 41
inches (104 centimeters) of snowfall, which equals slightly less than 5 inches
(13 centimeters) of rain.
Students from tropical regions will need to make major adjustments to the
winter temperatures. Appropriate winter clothing will be needed and may be
purchased in Milwaukee.
Check the current weather conditions in Milwaukee.
