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Chicago weather: live rain radar and forecast

52°

Clear

Feels like
49°
Today
64° / 42°

Wind

6 mph

Humidity

85%

Pressure

30.28 inHg

Rain today

0.00 in

Today in Chicago it is overcast, with temperatures from 42° to 64°F. No significant rain is expected in the next 7 days. The map above shows the live precipitation radar with animation, so you can see where the rain is moving and when it reaches Chicago.

Chicago: the week at a glance

The warmest day this week will be on Saturday with a high of 71°, and the coldest night tomorrow at around 41°. Rain is expected on 0 days, heaviest on Monday (0.04 in).

  • Warmest day

    71°

    Saturday, 24 Oct

  • Coldest night

    41°

    Tomorrow, 21 Oct

  • Most rain

    0.04 in

    Monday, 26 Oct

  • Strongest wind

    17 mph

    Monday, 26 Oct

Hourly forecast for Chicago

  • Now

    52°

  • 12 AM

    50°

  • 1 AM

    47°

  • 2 AM

    46°

  • 3 AM

    45°

  • 4 AM

    44°

  • 5 AM

    43°

  • 6 AM

    42°

  • 7 AM

    41°

  • 8 AM

    42°

  • 9 AM

    48°

  • 10 AM

    53°

  • 11 AM

    58°

  • 12 PM

    61°

  • 1 PM

    64°

  • 2 PM

    64°

  • 3 PM

    63°

  • 4 PM

    63°

  • 5 PM

    62°

  • 6 PM

    58°

  • 7 PM

    56°

  • 8 PM

    55°

  • 9 PM

    54°

  • 10 PM

    53°

Chicago 14-day weather forecast

  • Today

    20 Oct

    64°

    42°

  • Tomorrow

    21 Oct

    64°

    41°

  • Thu

    22 Oct

    64°

    45°

  • Fri

    23 Oct

    69°

    56°

  • Sat

    24 Oct

    71°

    57°

  • Sun

    25 Oct

    69°

    59°

  • Mon

    26 Oct

    65°

    50°

Second week

Forecasts for later days are less reliable and may change.

  • Tue

    27 Oct

    49°

    47°

  • Wed

    28 Oct

    49°

    44°

  • Thu

    29 Oct

    54°

    42°

  • Fri

    30 Oct

    52°

    43°

  • Sat

    31 Oct

    61°

    46°

  • Sun

    1 Nov

    55°

    53°

  • Mon

    2 Nov

    59°

    51°

What to know today in Chicago

  • Do I need an umbrella?

    Not needed

    Rain today is unlikely (0%).

  • What to wear?

    A jacket or a thick sweater

    It feels like 49°.

  • Running outdoors?

    Fine, with care

    Issues: poor air quality.

  • Washing the car?

    Go ahead

    Rain is unlikely in the next 3 days.

UV index and sun in Chicago

UV index today (highest)

4.2Moderate

Wear sunscreen and sunglasses around midday.

Sun today

Sunrise7:08 AM

Sunset6:01 PM

Daylight lasts 10 h 53 min, with about 9 h 57 min of sunshine expected.

Air quality in Chicago

Poor

62EAQI

Sensitive people, children and the elderly should avoid prolonged outdoor exertion.

PM2.5
18 µg/m³
PM10
18 µg/m³
Ozone
34 µg/m³

Model estimate (Open-Meteo / CAMS) for the city location. It may differ from readings at local stations.

Pollen in Chicago

Pollen data is not available for this location. The pollen model only covers Europe.

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather in Chicago today?

Today in Chicago it is overcast, with temperatures from 42° to 64°F. Rain is expected on Tuesday, with 2 rainy days in the next 14 days.

Will it rain in Chicago tomorrow?

No, rain is unlikely tomorrow (2%). Tomorrow will be clear, with temperatures from 41° to 64°F.

What is the temperature in Chicago right now?

It is currently 52°F and feels like 49°F. Wind is 6 mph, humidity is 85% and pressure is 30.28 inHg.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Chicago?

Today the sun rises at 7:08 AM and sets at 6:01 PM. Daylight lasts 10 h 53 min.

What is the UV index in Chicago today?

The highest expected UV index today is 4.2 (moderate). Wear sunscreen and sunglasses around midday.

How is the air quality in Chicago?

The European Air Quality Index is 62 (poor), PM2.5 is 18 µg/m³ and PM10 is 18 µg/m³. Sensitive people, children and the elderly should avoid prolonged outdoor exertion. Values are a model estimate, not readings from local stations.

How can I see if it is raining in Chicago?

Open the radar map at the top of the page. Blue and green show light and moderate rain, while yellow and red show heavy rain or thunderstorms. Press play to see how the rain is moving.

Can I get a notification before it rains?

Yes. Install kiša.com on your phone home screen and turn on notifications. We alert you an hour and half an hour before rain reaches your location, free of charge.

How accurate is the rain radar?

The radar shows precipitation that has just been detected, so it is most reliable for answering whether rain will arrive soon. Radar coverage varies by area, and it is not available everywhere.

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