Water temperature in Chicago
68.7
°F
July 5, 13:05
Trend:
stableYesterday:
69.9°FTomorrow:
69.2°F
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Day Length:
15 h. 8 min.Chicago in July
Minimum:
33.7°FAverage:
36.7°FMaximum:
39.0°FWater temperature in Chicago today
As of now, in Chicago, the water temperature is 68.7°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 0.5°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The water temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. 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 74.9°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 62.2°F on 2019.
Daily water temperature in Chicago
| Date |
Current Year
actual* / forecast** |
last year | 10 years average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 21 | 61.4°F | 65.4°F | 64.2°F |
| Jun 22 | 61.4°F | 63.9°F | 64.6°F |
| Jun 23 | 60.9°F | 63.7°F | 64.7°F |
| Jun 24 | 61.3°F | 64.7°F | 64.9°F |
| Jun 25 | 61.7°F | 66.7°F | 65.1°F |
| Jun 26 | 63.1°F | 69.1°F | 65.3°F |
| Jun 27 | 63.3°F | 70.9°F | 65.5°F |
| Jun 28 | 63.6°F | 70.1°F | 65.7°F |
| Jun 29 | 64.3°F | 70.2°F | 65.8°F |
| Jun 30 | 65.7°F | 71.8°F | 66.6°F |
| Jul 1 | 66.4°F | 72.6°F | 67.0°F |
| Jul 2 | 67.4°F | 73.3°F | 67.3°F |
| Jul 3 | 68.8°F | 73.8°F | 67.5°F |
| Jul 4 | 69.9°F | 74.6°F | 68.2°F |
| Jul 5 | 68.7°F | 74.9°F | 69.2°F |
| Jul 6 | 69.2°F | 74.4°F | 69.7°F |
| Jul 7 | 69.2°F | 71.6°F | 69.7°F |
| Jul 8 | 69.6°F | 71.7°F | 70.1°F |
| Jul 9 | 70.1°F | 71.3°F | 70.7°F |
| Jul 10 | 70.4°F | 71.9°F | 70.9°F |
| Jul 11 | 70.4°F | 71.7°F | 70.9°F |
| Jul 12 | 71.0°F | 72.6°F | 71.5°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.