71°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
28%
30
Milwaukee County, WI · Great Lakes
Bradford Beach (Milwaukee)
2400 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Milwaukee's flagship Lake Michigan beach — a half-mile of sand below the East Side bluffs. The Dock at Bradford Beach (tiki bar), volleyball, and the Hoan Bridge silhouette to the south.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 2pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 3pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny. High near 71, with temperatures falling to around 66 in the afternoon. North wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. Northeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 71°F air — cool but workable
- 28% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 62°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
25 /100
skip
5 Swim
57 Sunbathe
30 Walk
34 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
71°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
5 mph
N
Rain
28%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
67°F
Mostly Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
62°F
Cold
Water Quality
Clean
42 #/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 8w ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:13 AM
Sunset
9:34 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
67°
Mostly Cloudy
3%
60
72°
Sunny
6%
75
81°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
71
92°
Mostly Sunny
8%
67
95°
Mostly Sunny
10%
67
93°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
26%
28
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 62°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid lot at Lincoln Memorial Drive; free street parking on the bluff above.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited (service dogs only). Nearest off-leash dog parks: Estabrook Park, Granville Park.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
2400 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Amenities
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Full high/low predictions for the next week at Bradford Beach (Milwaukee).
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Frequently Asked
Is Bradford Beach (Milwaukee) dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited (service dogs only). Nearest off-leash dog parks: Estabrook Park, Granville Park.
Is there an entry fee at Bradford Beach (Milwaukee)?
Entry to Bradford Beach (Milwaukee) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Bradford Beach (Milwaukee)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Bradford Beach (Milwaukee) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Bradford Beach (Milwaukee)?
Amenities at Bradford Beach (Milwaukee) include lifeguards (seasonal), restrooms, showers, tiki bar, volleyball, restaurants nearby.
When is the water warmest at Bradford Beach (Milwaukee)?
Great Lakes water temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 68-74°F near shore — cool compared to the ocean. Best swimming window is mid-July to late August.
Where is Bradford Beach (Milwaukee) located?
Bradford Beach (Milwaukee) is in Milwaukee County, WI, at 2400 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53211.
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