Weather Alerts
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 17 at 3:03AM CDT until June 18 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago ILModerate

* WHAT...High wave action and dangerous currents expected at Lake Michigan beaches. Waves 4 TO 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Lake IL, Northern Cook and Central Cook Counties. * WHEN...From 1 PM CDT this afternoon through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Swimming conditions will be life threatening, especially for inexperienced swimmers. For information on swim advisories or bans at Chicago beaches: www. cpdbeaches. com.

Flood Watch issued June 17 at 2:20AM CDT until June 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago ILSevere

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of Illinois, including the following counties, in Illinois, Cook, DuPage, Will, Ford, Grundy, Iroquois, Kane, Kankakee, Kendall, La Salle, Lake IL, and Livingston. In Indiana this flood watch includes the Benton, Jasper, Lake IN, Newton and Porter Counties. * WHEN...From 10 AM CDT this morning through this evening. * IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Showers and thunderstorms are expected today. Rain may be heavy at times, with the strongest storms capable of torrential rainfall which could drop up to 2 inches of rain in just an hour's time in the hardest hit areas. Soil moisture is already quite high and stream flows elevated, so heavy rainfall could quickly result in flash flooding of streams, creeks, low lying, and flood prone areas. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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Chicago, United States

Wednesday, June 1711:43 AMLocal Time

LIVEConfidence: High
11°
Partly Cloudy
FEELS LIKE
HIGH15°
LOW10°
Precipitation
💧 91%
Humidity
💦 79%
Wind Speed
💨 13 km/h
Pressure
🌡️ Live
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Chicago Weather Today

Current conditions, hourly forecast, and 14-day outlook for Chicago, United States — temperature, rainfall chance, wind, humidity, AQI, sunrise and sunset.

24-Hour Precision Forecast

Now12°💧 75%
1311°💧 91%
1411°💧 76%
1511°💧 73%
1611°💧 71%
1711°💧 64%
1812°💧 60%
1915°💧 46%
2015°💧 22%
2114°💧 13%
2214°💧 9%
2315°💧 2%
0014°💧 1%
0113°💧 1%
0213°💧 2%
0313°💧 1%
0412°💧 2%
0512°💧 3%
0612°💧 4%
0712°💧 5%
0812°💧 6%
0912°💧 2%
1012°💧 2%
1112°💧 2%

UV Index

3.05
ModerateProtection required between 10 AM - 4 PM

14-Day Extended Outlook

TodayJun 17
15° / 10°Heavy Rain
💧0%
☁️91%
💨43k
Morning showers likely, followed by overcast skies in the evening.
TomorrowJun 18
16° / 12°Overcast
💧0%
☁️6%
💨27k
Cloud cover increasing by mid-afternoon. Comfortable trekking weather.
FriJun 19
22° / 15°Overcast
💧0%
☁️11%
💨18k
Cloud cover increasing by mid-afternoon. Comfortable trekking weather.
SatJun 20
25° / 15°Overcast
💧0%
☁️11%
💨16k
Cloud cover increasing by mid-afternoon. Comfortable trekking weather.
SunJun 21
19° / 15°Drizzle
💧0%
☁️60%
💨31k
Light drizzle periodically throughout the day. Carry light rain protection.
MonJun 22
19° / 14°Partly Cloudy
💧0%
☁️56%
💨19k
Cloud cover increasing by mid-afternoon. Comfortable trekking weather.
TueJun 23
21° / 16°Light Drizzle
💧0%
☁️6%
💨13k
Light drizzle periodically throughout the day. Carry light rain protection.
WedJun 24
22° / 15°Overcast
💧0%
☁️15%
💨15k
Cloud cover increasing by mid-afternoon. Comfortable trekking weather.
ThuJun 25
28° / 18°Overcast
💧0%
☁️17%
💨18k
Cloud cover increasing by mid-afternoon. Comfortable trekking weather.
FriJun 26
31° / 21°Thunderstorm w/ Hail
💧0%
☁️25%
💨28k
Heavy rainstorms with active lightning in the afternoon. Seek indoor shelter.
SatJun 27
23° / 18°Light Drizzle
💧0%
☁️24%
💨12k
Light drizzle periodically throughout the day. Carry light rain protection.
SunJun 28
21° / 17°Drizzle
💧0%
☁️35%
💨10k
Light drizzle periodically throughout the day. Carry light rain protection.
MonJun 29
24° / 16°Overcast
💧0%
☁️39%
💨14k
Cloud cover increasing by mid-afternoon. Comfortable trekking weather.
TueJun 30
24° / 17°Overcast
💧0%
☁️34%
💨15k
Cloud cover increasing by mid-afternoon. Comfortable trekking weather.
AQI

Air Quality

GOOD
33US AQI
Good for Sensitive GroupsPM2.5 is current main pollutant.
PM 2.5
11.3 µg/m³
PM 10
11.6 µg/m³
Ozone (O3)
12.5 µg/m³
"Pollution levels are currently elevated in Chicago. Sensitive groups should calculate outdoor exercise."
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Comfort Check

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Light JacketIt's a bit chilly. A light jacket or a warm sweater should be perfect.

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Everest & High Pass Trekking Forecast

Current visibility at 17.8 km. Monitoring regional pressure changes over the sub-Himalayan corridor for stable climbing windows.

📊 Chicago Weather Overview Today

Today in Chicago, the weather conditions feature partly cloudy skies with a current temperature of 11°C. It feels like 8°C due to humidity levels at 79%. Winds are blowing from the SSW at 13 km/h, providing a light breeze across the region. There is a notable precipitation probability of 91% today, indicating a high likelihood of rain showers, so carrying an umbrella or rain gear is highly recommended. The daily temperature is forecast to fluctuate, reaching a daytime high of 15°C and dropping to a nighttime low of 10°C.

Climate & Travel Guide

Chicago Weather & Seasonal Climate Analysis

Searching for live Chicago weather today? Currently, the temperature in Chicago is registering at 11°C under clear conditions. Real-time meteorological gauges list relative humidity at 79% and wind velocities around 13 km/h. These environmental variables influence outdoor comfort, thermal perception (feels-like temperature), and local air quality, making ongoing tracking essential for locals and travelers alike.

📅 14-Day Temperature & Rain Trends

According to our extended 14-day weather forecast, temperatures in Chicago are expected to range from expected nighttime lows of 10°C to daytime highs of 15°C. Weather systems over the coming week will determine cloud development and rainfall frequency. We recommend monitoring the hour-by-hour scrolling graph to pinpoint dry weather windows for commutes and recreational activities.

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Weather FAQ

What is the current weather in Chicago?

Current temperature in Chicago is 11°C with current conditions. Check the hourly forecast for detailed hour-by-hour predictions.

How accurate is the Aethera forecast?

Aethera uses high-resolution numerical weather prediction models updated hourly. Forecasts are typically accurate within 1–2°C for the next 24 hours and within 3–5°C for the 7–14 day range.

What weather data does Aethera provide?

Aethera provides real-time temperature, feels-like temperature, wind speed and direction, humidity, precipitation probability, UV index, air quality index (AQI), 14-day daily forecast, and 48-hour hourly forecasts.

What does the Air Quality Index (AQI) mean?

AQI measures air pollution: 0–50 Good, 51–100 Moderate, 101–150 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, 151–200 Unhealthy, 201–300 Very Unhealthy, 301+ Hazardous. Aethera shows real-time AQI with PM2.5, PM10, ozone, and NO2 breakdowns.

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What is the UV index and when is it dangerous?

UV index measures ultraviolet radiation intensity: 0–2 Low (no protection needed), 3–5 Moderate (sunscreen recommended), 6–7 High (protection required), 8–10 Very High (extra protection), 11+ Extreme (avoid sun exposure between 10am–4pm).

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