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Today weather in Illinois
Thursday, July 9th, 2026
31°
Sunny
Feels like 36° · Low 22°
Illinois will have a warm day Today with temperatures ascending to 30 °F and descending to around 21 °F after sunset. Gentle breezes are expected across Illinois Today, with speeds reaching around 14 km/h. Intermittent light showers are likely, with about 2.01 mm expected.
31° / 22°
Temp
57%
Rain
14 km/h
Wind
80%
Humidity
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Illinois 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 | 05:24 AM | 06:00 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 | 06:00 PM | 07:00 PM | 08:00 PM | 08:27 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | 22.8° | 22.4° | 21.9° | 21.7° | 21.7° | 22.1° | Sunrise | 23.3° | 22.6° | 23.5° | 24.9° | 26° | 29.6° | 30.9° | 29.2° | 26.6° | 28.8° | 29° | 27.1° | 23.6° | 23.4° | 23.4° | Sunset | 23.3° | 23.1° | 22.7° | |
| feels like | 24.9° | 24.7° | 21.9° | 21.7° | 21.7° | 24.6° | 24.5° | 24.9° | 25.8° | 27.1° | 28.6° | 35.5° | 36.1° | 31.9° | 29.3° | 30.5° | 31° | 29.3° | 25.7° | 25.5° | 25.5° | 25.4° | 25.2° | 24.9° | |||
| wind speed | 8 km/h | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 9 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 12 km/h | 14 km/h | 14 km/h | 15 km/h | 12 km/h | 10 km/h | 6 km/h | 3 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | 8 km/h | 14 km/h | 8 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 4 km/h | 3 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 250° | 216° | 211° | 212° | 243° | 221° | 212° | 221° | 237° | 230° | 239° | 242° | 249° | 264° | 244° | 210° | 228° | 251° | 236° | 242° | 223° | 227° | 243° | 263° | |||
| wind direction | WSW | SW | SSW | SSW | WSW | SW | SSW | SW | WSW | SW | WSW | WSW | WSW | W | WSW | SSW | SW | WSW | WSW | WSW | SW | SW | WSW | W | |||
| 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 | 0.2 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.9 mm | 0.7 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 8% | 9% | 12% | 13% | 13% | 15% | 17% | 12% | 14% | 10% | 9% | 17% | 4% | 4% | 33% | 18% | 17% | 52% | 58% | 31% | 13% | 12% | 10% | 10% | |||
| 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 | 78% | 81% | 87% | 91% | 91% | 93% | 85% | 88% | 91% | 82% | 80% | 77% | 65% | 61% | 78% | 56% | 57% | 69% | 87% | 87% | 84% | 82% | 80% | 80% | |||
| dew point | 18.7° | 19° | 19.7° | 20.1° | 20.1° | 20.9° | 21.2° | 20.6° | 21.9° | 21.6° | 22.4° | 25.1° | 23.7° | 21° | 22.4° | 19.2° | 19.7° | 20.9° | 21.4° | 21.1° | 20.7° | 20.1° | 19.5° | 19.1° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 16 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 9 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 3% | 75% | 0% | 6% | 2% | 2% | 70% | 1% | 15% | 82% | 85% | 64% | 88% | 76% | 84% | 30% | 23% | 18% | 12% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.5 | 1.5 | 3.1 | 4.9 | 6.7 | 8.4 | 8.9 | 8.3 | 6.6 | 4.3 | 2.2 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
View of Illinois today
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Weather in Illinois today
The weather in Illinois today is expected to be much warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 31 °F, compared to an average of 23.6 °F for July 9th in recent years.
temperatures
31 °F
rain
2 mm
wind
14 km/h
UV
Very High
Illinois Today Weather Indexes for Outdoor Activities & Health
Live indexes for outdoor activities, pollen allergies, air quality (AQI), UV index and health in Illinois - Thursday, July 9th, 2026
UV Sun Exposure Risk
Very High
9 / 11+
Air Quality Index (AQI)
Excellent
10 / 10
Pollen Allergy Risk
Very High
10 / 10
Asthma Risk Index
Low
4 / 10
Arthritis Pain Index
Low
3 / 10
Outdoor Activity Index
Excellent
9 / 10
Running & Jogging Index
Good
7 / 10
Cycling Weather Index
Excellent
10 / 10
Pet Walking Index
Excellent
10 / 10
Fishing Conditions Index
Excellent
10 / 10
Gardening Weather Index
Excellent
10 / 10
Photography Light Index
Excellent
8 / 10
Driving & Road Safety
Excellent
10 / 10
Construction Work Index
Excellent
10 / 10
Illinois daylight overview ☀️
Today in Illinois, The sun rises at 05:24 and sets at 20:27, giving a total daylight duration of 15 hours and 3 minutes.
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What to wear today in Illinois? clothing recommendations
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The weather today in Illinois - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Illinois?
The maximum temperature for today in Illinois is expected to be 31° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Illinois? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 57% chance of rain in Illinois today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Illinois? 🌀
The wind in Illinois is expected to blow at 14 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Illinois today?
Given the forecast of 31 °F 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 Illinois today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Illinois today?
The sun is expected to rise at 05:24 and set at 20:27 in Illinois.
How accurate is the weather forecast Illinois today? ✅
Illinois 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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