The best times to visit Wisconsin for ideal weather are

May 21st to September 30th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Wisconsin Travel Info

Weather in Wisconsin

Temperature

Average temperatures in Wisconsin vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 52nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Wisconsin, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 82.2°F (27.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 61.3°F (16.3°C) at night.

Wisconsin Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Wisconsin Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Wisconsin Perceived Temperature (F)

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Wisconsin Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Wisconsin Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 25.8 17.2 9.3
Feb 27.6 18.6 10.2
Mar 42.9 32.6 23.8
Apr 54.9 43.7 34.6
May 68.6 56.5 46
Jun 76.5 65.4 55.4
Jul 81.3 70.2 59.7
Aug 79.4 68.4 58.4
Sep 72.1 60.5 50.6
Oct 58.9 48.8 40.2
Nov 44.8 36.1 28.7
Dec 30.7 23.5 16.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -3.4 -8.2 -12.6
Feb -2.4 -7.4 -12.1
Mar 6.1 0.3 -4.6
Apr 12.7 6.5 1.4
May 20.3 13.6 7.8
Jun 24.7 18.6 13
Jul 27.4 21.2 15.4
Aug 26.3 20.2 14.7
Sep 22.3 15.8 10.3
Oct 14.9 9.3 4.6
Nov 7.1 2.3 -1.8
Dec -0.7 -4.7 -8.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Wisconsin are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid June with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Wisconsin? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late February and early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Wisconsin is often around around February 12th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Wisconsin.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Wisconsin (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 3% 6.6 0.3
Feb 3% 9.5 0.4
Mar 6% 8.8 0.7
Apr 13% 3.8 1.8
May 13% 0 2
Jun 17% 0 2.7
Jul 11% 0 2
Aug 12% 0 2
Sep 11% 0 1.6
Oct 11% 1.2 1.6
Nov 8% 2.7 0.9
Dec 9% 5.1 1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 16.8 0.8
Feb 3 24.1 1
Mar 6 22.4 1.8
Apr 13 9.7 4.6
May 13 0 5.1
Jun 17 0 6.9
Jul 11 0 5.1
Aug 12 0 5.1
Sep 11 0 4.1
Oct 11 3 4.1
Nov 8 6.9 2.3
Dec 9 13 2.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Wisconsin has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (53% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (72.6%).

Wind in Wisconsin is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by November and January. April’s average wind speed of around 8 knots (9.2 MPH or 14.8 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 16 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Wisconsin.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.2 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Feb 7.2 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Mar 7 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Apr 8 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
May 7.2 Gentle breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Jun 5.9 Light breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Jul 5.3 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Aug 5 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Sep 5.7 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Oct 6.7 Light breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Nov 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Dec 6.9 Light breeze 13.1 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 65%
Feb 61.3%
Mar 57.3%
Apr 53%
May 54%
Jun 62%
Jul 62.6%
Aug 66%
Sep 65.9%
Oct 63.7%
Nov 64.6%
Dec 72.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Wisconsin?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Wisconsin, United States is July, followed by June and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Wisconsin in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 32.3 in November means 32.3% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Wisconsin Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 74°F (23.3°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 3 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Wisconsin, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 75.7°F (24.3°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 3 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Wisconsin to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 24°F (-4.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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