Summer Road Trips in Wisconsin

Routes

Avg Distance

329 mi

Avg Drive

6h 26m

Destinations

Methodology

Routes filtered by drive score and typical seasonal conditions. Historical hazard counts pulled from FEMA disaster declarations and USGS seismic feeds; monthly weather context from NOAA 1991–2020 normals.

Data sources: OSRM • NOAA NCEI climate normals • FEMA OpenFEMA • USGS Earthquake Hazards • EIA weekly fuel survey

Last reviewed

Jun 3, 2026

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Summer in Wisconsin means long days perfect for exploring over 30 routes, averaging 329 miles and 386 minutes. With drive scores often hitting an 8, these trips offer a chance to traverse mostly flat and gently rolling terrain, with max elevations around 1200 feet. Many routes also boast park access, making them ideal for summer adventures.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$4.22/gal

Diesel: $5.35/gal

Typical trip cost

$48–$72

One-way, ~329 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~115 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-06-01

Climate through the year: Wisconsin

Wisconsin peaks at around 82°F in Jul and cools to 31°F / 17°F in Jan. Wettest month is Jun at ~4.4 in of rain. Table highlights Summer months.

Month	High °F	Low °F	Rain in	Snow in
Jan	31	17	1.8	14.9
Feb	34	20	1.7	11.8
Mar	44	29	2.2	6.7
Apr	55	38	3.9	2.1
May	67	48	3.5	—
Jun peak	77	58	4.4	—
Jul peak	82	65	3.4	—
Aug peak	80	64	3.7	—
Sep	74	56	3.2	—
Oct	61	45	2.8	0.3
Nov	48	33	2.2	2.5
Dec	36	23	1.9	10.4

Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for WI — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.

Planning Tips

Carry extra water — summer heat in the car and at rest stops dehydrates faster than you think.
Start drives early or late to avoid peak afternoon heat, especially through desert or plains stretches.
Check your tire pressure before long summer drives — hot pavement increases blowout risk with underinflated tires.

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Wisconsin that work well for summer travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 329 miles).

Current regular gas averages $4.22/gallon in Wisconsin (week of 2026-06-01). Diesel: $5.35/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $48 and $72. Source: US Energy Information Administration.

Across Jun, Jul, Aug, Wisconsin typically sees daytime highs in the 77–82°F range with about 3.8 in of rain per month on average. Based on NOAA 1991–2020 monthly climate normals.

Drive times and distances come from OSRM routing over real OpenStreetMap road networks. Fuel costs use weekly US Energy Information Administration state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. EV charging data is sourced from NREL. Climate normals come from NOAA NCEI (1991–2020 reference period). Hazard data comes from FEMA and USGS public feeds.

Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

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