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Sunny Skies, No Drama: Milwaukee Basks in 64-Degree October Warmup

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Published on October 19, 2026
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Milwaukee started Monday under clear skies and cool early temperatures, with the city headed toward a sunny high near 64 degrees. The dry, low-drama stretch is set to continue all week, with workweek daytime highs in the upper 60s to low 70s and rain chances staying close to zero.

Sunny Monday Gives Way To A Mild Week

The National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan office expects sunshine Monday afternoon, with south winds around 5 mph. Monday night will be clear, with a low near 48 and light winds.

Tuesday through Thursday should bring highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. The latest forecast builds on Sunday's outlook, carrying the mild pattern through the weekend with highs around 63 to 65.

Light Winds And A Chance For Patchy Fog

Winds will generally stay light across Milwaukee through Thursday, making for comfortable conditions during the afternoon and cooler starts to the day. Some patchy fog could develop in low-lying areas late Monday night into early Tuesday.

Lake Michigan Gales Ease Sunday Night

Boaters face a rougher start than people staying on land. Southwest gales over the northern half of Lake Michigan were covered by a Gale Warning until 1 a.m. Monday, with lighter winds expected later Monday night into Tuesday.

For Milwaukee residents, the practical forecast is simple: bring a light jacket for the morning, then enjoy the sunglasses weather by afternoon. No meaningful rain is expected through Saturday, while Sunday carries only a small chance of showers.