82°
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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
Ideal for a beach walk.
82°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 82. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 69. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 65°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
77 /100
great
70 Swim
82 Sunbathe
87 Walk
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
E
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
91°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
65°F
Refreshing
Water Quality
Clean
42 #/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 2mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:23 AM
Sunset
9:30 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
91°
Sunny
0%
73
96°
Sunny
0%
66
88°
Sunny
2%
78
83°
Mostly Sunny
5%
80
81°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
40
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
26%
35
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 65°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
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Bradford Beach (Milwaukee) today?
Bradford Beach (Milwaukee) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
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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