What is the current water temperature in Chicago?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Chicago?

As of now, in Chicago, the water temperature is 18.98°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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Water temperature in Chicago

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Chicago. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

66.2

°F

June 22, 00:32

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

65.4°F

Tomorrow:

66.5°F

Sunrise:

05:16

Sunset:

20:29

Day Length:

15 h. 13 min.

Chicago in June

Minimum:

33.7°F

Average:

36.7°F

Maximum:

39.3°F

Water temperature in Chicago today

As of now, in Chicago, the water temperature is 66.2°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 1.5°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent water temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 68.6°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 57.3°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 66.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 66.5°F, while the maximum might reach 66.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Chicago

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 8	57.2°F	60.3°F	58.5°F
Jun 9	58.3°F	61.1°F	59.3°F
Jun 10	58.6°F	60.9°F	59.9°F
Jun 11	58.5°F	60.7°F	60.8°F
Jun 12	59.5°F	60.8°F	61.0°F
Jun 13	60.4°F	62.6°F	61.1°F
Jun 14	60.5°F	63.2°F	61.6°F
Jun 15	60.1°F	64.0°F	61.9°F
Jun 16	60.2°F	64.2°F	62.0°F
Jun 17	61.5°F	64.6°F	62.1°F
Jun 18	63.5°F	66.9°F	62.6°F
Jun 19	63.9°F	65.7°F	63.0°F
Jun 20	64.0°F	64.6°F	63.6°F
Jun 21	65.4°F	66.3°F	63.8°F
Jun 22	66.2°F	68.6°F	64.6°F
Jun 23	66.5°F	68.5°F	64.9°F
Jun 24	66.7°F	67.6°F	65.1°F
Jun 25	66.6°F	68.2°F	65.1°F
Jun 26	66.5°F	66.5°F	65.0°F
Jun 27	66.6°F	66.9°F	65.0°F
Jun 28	66.8°F	66.7°F	65.2°F
Jun 29	66.8°F	66.9°F	65.3°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Water temperature in Chicago by month

In Chicago, there are only 12 days through the year when the water is warm enough to be comfortable for swimming.

The warmest water in Chicago was recorded on July 10, 2020, reaching a 78.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 14, 2018, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 36.7°F in Winter, 43.1°F in Spring, 68.5°F in Summer, and 59.5°F in Autumn.