West Bluff

Cliff River bluff in Wisconsin offering panoramic city views

A bluff in Wisconsin offering trails and river-or-valley viewpoints; visitors hike, picnic, and photograph the surrounding landscape.

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West Bluff
43.4222, -89.7368

How to Get to West Bluff #

Typically a short drive or bike ride from nearby city centers; park at municipal lots or a neighborhood street and follow signed trails to the bluff overlook. Check local parks department maps for official trailheads and parking.

Tips for Visiting West Bluff #

  • Explore the bluff at golden hour-the light throws long shadows and the limestone faces warm to honey tones.
  • Check local conservation signs: parts of the bluff may be closed seasonally to protect nesting birds.
  • Bring a map of the local trail network; West Bluff connects to several riverside and ridge walks that are easy to miss.

Best Time to Visit West Bluff #

Late spring through autumn is best for hiking and views.

Late spring
May-June · 10-22°C (50-72°F)
Wildflowers and bird migration make the bluff lively.
Summer
July-August · 18-30°C (64-86°F)
Warm days; river activities below can be busy.
Autumn
September-October · 5-20°C (41-68°F)
Crisp air, clear views, and quieter trails.

Weather & Climate near West Bluff #

Climate

West Bluff'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 -15°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (818 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -15°C. The driest month with just 26 mm.

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-15° -4°

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -12°C. The driest month with just 26 mm.

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-12° -1°

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 25°

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (106 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-11° -1°

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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