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Today weather in Chicago
Friday, March 6th, 2026
23°
Patchy rain possible
Chicago will experience a pleasantly warm today, reaching temperatures of up to 22 °F and cooling to about 3 °F in the evening. It'll be quite breezy in Chicago Today with average wind speeds of 25 km/h. Rain is highly likely at 89%, but with light accumulations around 1.78 mm.
23° / 4°
Temp
89%
Rain
25 km/h
Wind
90%
Humidity
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Chicago hourly forecast for today
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| 12:00 AM | 01:00 AM | 02:00 AM | 03:00 AM | 04:00 AM | 05:00 AM | 06:00 AM | 06:17 AM | 07:00 AM | 08:00 AM | 09:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM | 03:00 PM | 04:00 PM | 05:00 PM | 05:47 PM | 06:00 PM | 07:00 PM | 08:00 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | 5.2° | 5.3° | 5.3° | 5.2° | 5° | 4.4° | 4.3° | Sunrise | 4.3° | 4.8° | 5.5° | 6.6° | 8.7° | 12.1° | 14.6° | 16.1° | 17.4° | 18.7° | 20.7° | Sunset | 20.4° | 19.7° | 19.1° | 18.5° | 17.5° | 17.2° | |
| feels like | 5° | 5.2° | 4.8° | 4.5° | 4.4° | 3.1° | 2.5° | 2.1° | 2.2° | 2.7° | 3.9° | 6.4° | 11° | 14° | 15.8° | 17.3° | 18.6° | 20.6° | 20.4° | 19.7° | 19.1° | 18.5° | 17.5° | 17.2° | |||
| wind speed | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 13 km/h | 14 km/h | 16 km/h | 17 km/h | 16 km/h | 14 km/h | 18 km/h | 22 km/h | 22 km/h | 22 km/h | 22 km/h | 22 km/h | 23 km/h | 23 km/h | 26 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 117° | 113° | 107° | 104° | 130° | 133° | 150° | 150° | 141° | 144° | 168° | 168° | 182° | 163° | 169° | 192° | 206° | 206° | 201° | 202° | 191° | 195° | 196° | 198° | |||
| wind direction | ESE | ESE | ESE | ESE | SE | SE | SSE | SSE | SE | SE | S | S | S | SSE | S | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | S | SSW | SSW | SSW | |||
| 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 | 1.7 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 0% | 0% | 71% | 79% | 68% | 89% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| 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 | 97% | 98% | 98% | 99% | 99% | 100% | 97% | 97% | 97% | 96% | 95% | 91% | 86% | 82% | 84% | 85% | 83% | 77% | 76% | 81% | 85% | 87% | 89% | 88% | |||
| dew point | 4.8° | 5° | 5.1° | 5° | 5° | 4.8° | 3.5° | 3.7° | 4° | 4.6° | 5.4° | 6.4° | 8.5° | 12.5° | 14.2° | 15.1° | 15.7° | 15.7° | 18.3° | 16.8° | 16.4° | 16.2° | 16° | 14.6° | |||
| visibility | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 2 km | 9 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 9 km | 9 km | 10 km | 10 km | 5 km | 9 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 97% | 90% | 90% | 75% | 29% | 22% | 23% | 6% | 47% | 57% | 62% | 67% | 44% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 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 23 °F, compared to an average of 7.8 °F for March 6th in recent years.
temperatures
23 °F
rain
1.8 mm
wind
25 km/h
UV
Low
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, March 6th, 2026
UV Sun Exposure Risk
Very Low
0 / 11+
Air Quality Index (AQI)
Excellent
8 / 10
Pollen Allergy Risk
Very Low
2 / 10
Asthma Risk Index
Very Low
2 / 10
Arthritis Pain Index
Moderate
5 / 10
Outdoor Activity Index
Good
6 / 10
Running & Jogging Index
Good
7 / 10
Cycling Weather Index
Excellent
9 / 10
Pet Walking Index
Excellent
9 / 10
Fishing Conditions Index
Excellent
8 / 10
Gardening Weather Index
Good
6 / 10
Photography Light Index
Fair
5 / 10
Driving & Road Safety
Excellent
9 / 10
Construction Work Index
Excellent
10 / 10
Chicago daylight overview ☀️
Today in Chicago, The sun rises at 06:17 and sets at 17:47, giving a total daylight duration of 11 hours and 30 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 23° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Chicago? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 89% 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 25 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Chicago today?
Given the forecast of 23 °F with a 89% 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 06:17 and set at 17:47 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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