April weather forecast
Milwaukee, WI

Share
The modern Milwaukee City and Lake Michigan in Wisconsin, USA
The modern Milwaukee City and Lake Michigan in Wisconsin, USA

Weather in April

By the time April strides in, the grip of winter in Milwaukee is but a distant memory. Spring is in full bloom, bringing with it ample sunshine hours and a sharp reduction in snowfall. The increase in sea temperature from March to April by 2°F (-16.7°C) signals the evolving weather patterns. Balmy evenings can become a frequent attribute, heralding the gradual approach of summer-like weather. The segue into May is characterized by steady climatic changes, envisaging a warmer time ahead.

Temperature

April in Milwaukee brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C) in March to a fresh 50°F (10°C). The temperature dips to an average of 37.9°F (3.3°C) during April nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 76%.

Rainfall

In Milwaukee, in April, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Milwaukee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 75.6 days and collects up to 5.83" (148mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Milwaukee are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. During 1.8 snowfall days, in April, Milwaukee aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Milwaukee, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Milwaukee, in April, the average water temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C).
Note: In the practice of swimming, this situation poses immediate risks to life. Losing control over breathing is immediate, thereby making clear thinking near impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to restrict thermal loss.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Milwaukee is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of April, in Milwaukee, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Milwaukee is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in April transforms into this advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April in Milwaukee?

The high-temperature, in April, in Milwaukee, is 50°F (10°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in April in Milwaukee?

In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

How many days does it rain in April in Milwaukee?

In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in April, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Milwaukee?

April is the last month it regularly snows in Milwaukee. During 1.8 snowfall days, in April, Milwaukee aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in April in Milwaukee?

In April, the average ocean temperature in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is 38.1°F (3.4°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in April in Milwaukee?

The average day length in April in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is 13h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Milwaukee?

On the first day of April in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:52 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Milwaukee have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in April in Milwaukee?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Milwaukee is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Milwaukee, WI

Average temperature in April - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average high temperature in April: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in April
Milwaukee, WI

Average pressure in April - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average pressure in April: 29.96"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in April
Milwaukee, WI

Average wind speed in April - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in April
Milwaukee, WI

Average humidity in April - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in April
Milwaukee, WI

Average rainfall in April - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.28").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in April
Milwaukee, WI

Average rainfall days in April - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average rainfall days in April: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (9.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (1.8 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in April
Milwaukee, WI

Average snowfall in April - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in April
Milwaukee, WI

Average snowfall days in April - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average snowfall days in April: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average sea temperature in April
Milwaukee, WI

Average sea temperature in April - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average sea temperature in April: 38.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (71.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (36°F).

[Resources]

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Milwaukee, WI

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in April
Milwaukee, WI

Average sunshine days in April - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average sunshine days in April: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.3 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in April
Milwaukee, WI

Average UV index in April - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in April
Milwaukee, WI

Average cloud cover in April - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average cloud cover in April: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

[Resources]

Average visibility in April
Milwaukee, WI

Average visibility in April - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

[Resources]

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location