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Friday, July 17th, 2026
37°
Sunny
Feels like 42° · Low 23°
A scorching day is predicted for Chicago Today with temperatures soaring to a blistering 36 °C and settling to a still-warm 23 °C at night. Gentle breezes are expected across Chicago Today, with speeds reaching around 10 km/h. Intermittent light showers are likely, with about 1.42 mm expected.
37° / 23°
Temp
57%
Rain
10 km/h
Wind
73%
Humidity
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Chicago hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | 24.4° | 24.6° | 24.3° | 24.2° | 23.9° | 23.4° | Sunrise | 23.1° | 24.2° | 26.1° | 27° | 29.1° | 33.2° | 33.2° | 34.4° | 34.1° | 34.1° | 35.7° | 36.5° | 29° | 28.6° | 27.7° | Sunset | 26.4° | 25.8° | 25.6° | |
| feels like | 18.6° | 19° | 18.8° | 18.9° | 18.6° | 18.3° | 18.3° | 19.6° | 29.3° | 29.9° | 33.2° | 40.6° | 38.6° | 40.2° | 39.6° | 38.1° | 40.9° | 42.1° | 32.1° | 31.6° | 30.3° | 25.9° | 23.2° | 21.9° | |||
| wind speed | 9 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 6 km/h | 4 km/h | 3 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 7 km/h | 9 km/h | 11 km/h | 10 km/h | 8 km/h | 6 km/h | 4 km/h | 4 km/h | 6 km/h | 8 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 80° | 85° | 96° | 113° | 139° | 152° | 160° | 168° | 164° | 159° | 141° | 110° | 102° | 101° | 104° | 106° | 125° | 164° | 182° | 190° | 211° | 230° | 239° | 240° | |||
| wind direction | E | E | E | ESE | SE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SE | ESE | ESE | ESE | ESE | ESE | SE | SSE | S | S | SSW | SW | WSW | WSW | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 12% | 13% | 11% | 10% | 12% | 12% | 12% | 12% | 12% | 10% | 6% | 5% | 4% | 2% | 8% | 3% | 1% | 2% | 38% | 19% | 36% | 45% | 22% | 11% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 87% | 88% | 84% | 83% | 87% | 87% | 88% | 87% | 77% | 82% | 71% | 61% | 56% | 53% | 53% | 48% | 46% | 45% | 67% | 68% | 72% | 79% | 83% | 84% | |||
| dew point | 22.1° | 22.4° | 21.5° | 21.2° | 21.7° | 21° | 21° | 21.9° | 22.7° | 23.6° | 23.4° | 24.8° | 23.2° | 23.3° | 23.1° | 21.7° | 22.5° | 22.6° | 22.1° | 22.1° | 22.2° | 22.4° | 22.7° | 22.8° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 1.6 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 5 km | 10 km | 9 km | 9 km | 10 km | 9 km | 9 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 9% | 12% | 3% | 2% | 1% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 75% | 2% | 4% | 21% | 31% | 0% | 72% | 17% | 0% | 13% | 72% | 73% | 84% | 82% | 73% | 11% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.4 | 1.3 | 2.7 | 4.6 | 6.6 | 8 | 8 | 5.9 | 2.9 | 1.5 | 1.1 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Chicago today
The weather in Chicago today is expected to be significantly warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 37 °C, compared to an average of 23.2 °C for July 17th in recent years.
temperatures
37 °C
rain
1.4 mm
wind
10 km/h
UV
High
Chicago Today Weather Indexes for Outdoor Activities & Health
Live indexes for outdoor activities, pollen allergies, air quality (AQI), UV index and health in Chicago - Friday, July 17th, 2026
UV Sun Exposure Risk
High
8 / 11+
Air Quality Index (AQI)
Excellent
8 / 10
Pollen Allergy Risk
Very High
10 / 10
Asthma Risk Index
Low
4 / 10
Arthritis Pain Index
Low
3 / 10
Outdoor Activity Index
Excellent
10 / 10
Running & Jogging Index
Good
7 / 10
Cycling Weather Index
Excellent
8 / 10
Pet Walking Index
Excellent
10 / 10
Fishing Conditions Index
Excellent
9 / 10
Gardening Weather Index
Excellent
10 / 10
Photography Light Index
Fair
5 / 10
Driving & Road Safety
Good
7 / 10
Construction Work Index
Excellent
10 / 10
Chicago daylight overview ☀️
Today in Chicago, The sun rises at 05:30 and sets at 20:22, giving a total daylight duration of 14 hours and 52 minutes.
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The weather today in Chicago - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Chicago?
The maximum temperature for today in Chicago is expected to be 37° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Chicago? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 57% chance of rain in Chicago today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Chicago? 🌀
The wind in Chicago is expected to blow at 10 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Chicago today?
Given the forecast of 37 °C with a 57% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Chicago today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Chicago today?
The sun is expected to rise at 05:30 and set at 20:22 in Chicago.
How accurate is the weather forecast Chicago today? ✅
Chicago weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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