What is the weather like in Milwaukee in January?

Milwaukee in January — check the seasonal guide for detailed conditions. Pack according to the city's specific climate.

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Milwaukee Weather in January

Q: What should I pack for Milwaukee in January?

Pack appropriately for winter in the Northern Hemisphere / summer in Southern Hemisphere conditions in Milwaukee.

United States · winter in the Northern Hemisphere / summer in Southern Hemisphere

Milwaukee on Lake Michigan is the Midwest's beer capital with significant lake-effect weather. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures dramatically — keeping summer cooler and delaying both fall and spring. The Summerfest and outdoor festival culture depends on Milwaukee's surprisingly pleasant lake-moderated summers.

Pack according to the city's specific climate.

Current Weather in Milwaukee Right Now

36°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 26°F · H 37°F / L 34°F

Other Months in Milwaukee

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Neighborhoods in Milwaukee

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