Lake Lorraine, Wisconsin

Lake Small lake in Wisconsin, local recreational use

Lake Lorraine in Wisconsin is a community-centered lake where boating, fishing and seasonal lakeside recreation are the main draws for visitors and residents.

Lake Lorraine is a small freshwater lake in southeastern Wisconsin, United States, located within the state’s glaciated landscape. It functions mainly for local recreation and shoreline residence.

The lake is used locally for boating, fishing, and seasonal outdoor activities; public infrastructure is limited and use is mostly by nearby residents. The shoreline is a mix of natural areas and private properties.

The lake basin was formed by glacial activity during the last Ice Age, and settlement and recreational development around the lake increased through the 20th century. Land use around the lake is typical of Wisconsin’s small inland lakes.

Lake Lorraine lies in southeastern Wisconsin amid farmland and small towns, within driving distance of regional population centers in the Milwaukee-Madison corridor.

Lake Lorraine, Wisconsin
42.7347, -88.7338

How to Get to Lake Lorraine, Wisconsin #

Lake Lorraine is accessible by local roads from nearby towns in southeastern Wisconsin. The easiest approach is by car; look for municipal parking and public boat launches shown on county maps. Public transit access is limited - a taxi or rideshare from the nearest larger town is usually necessary.

Tips for Visiting Lake Lorraine, Wisconsin #

  • Park at the public lot on the eastern shore to avoid neighborhood congestion.
  • Visit on weekdays to escape weekend fishing crowds.
  • Check local municipal notices for occasional algae advisories in late summer.

Best Time to Visit Lake Lorraine, Wisconsin #

Late spring through early autumn is best for recreational use; weekdays offer the quietest experience.

Summer (June-August)
June-August · 15-28°C
Warm and lake-friendly; busy on weekends with anglers and swimmers.
Autumn (September-October)
September-October · 5-15°C
Calmer and good for reflection and birding as leaves turn.

Weather & Climate near Lake Lorraine, Wisconsin #

Climate

Lake Lorraine, Wisconsin's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -13°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (859 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
-13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-13° -3°

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -10°C. The driest month with just 28 mm.

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-10°

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 26°

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (104 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 27°

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 23°

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-9°

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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