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Our radar is based off of US NEXRAD and Canadian weather radar sites through the quality controlled MRMS system. It compiles various sources for radar data and filters out erroneous returns such as sun spikes and ground clutter. We then colorize the precipitation based on our methods for determining precipitation type. Rain is in shades of green, mixed precipitation and freezing rain in shades of pink and snow is in shades of blue.

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Our satellite is from the GOES-16. It is color enhanced by using a geocolor terrain background during the day and black marble city lights at night. The daytime satellite data is Visible satellite imagery, and nighttime uses Infrared bands. The bluish clouds are fog and low cloud. The whiteest clouds are the coldest, highest cloud tops.

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Current surface weather map around Cook County, IL

This surface map is from the HRRR computer model. It is a 1-hour forecast, updated hourly, which is a good estimate of the current surface conditions. This map shows the current high and low pressure centers, pressure isobar contours, wind streamlines and thickness contours. It also shows the currently depicted preciptiation estimates, although this should not be a substitute for actual live radar. The purple dashed contour is the 5400m thickness line, which is often a good proxy for the rain/snow line.

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Temperatures right now near University Park, Illinois

This is the latest surface temperatures as depicted by the HRRR computer model, updated hourly. Although these are not actual observations, this model is a very good representation of current conditions as it factors in observations, terrain and physics to give you more detailed temperatures in areas that do not have reporting weather stations. For the latest reports at specific locations, like in University Park, IL please see our current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Surface wind speed map over University Park, IL

This map shows the latest HRRR computer model winds. This depiction of the current wind directions and speeds is an estimate from the computer model. For actual observations in University Park, IL, see the current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Regional 24 hour rainfall expected near University Park, Illinois

This is a forecast of the amount of precipitation expected over the next 24 hours from the HRRR weather forecast model. This is only one forecast depiction, and you should check other models to get a better idea of what may happen. You can view this and other models in more detail on our main weather forecast maps page. There, you will also be able to look at forecasts beyond just 24 hours and look at forecasts out to as far as 16 days.

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Area snowfall accumulation expected around Cook County, Illinois

This is snowfall forecast, with amounts anticipated in the next 24 hours. This guidance is from the HRRR weather model. For more model forecasts out to 16 days, visit our main weather forecast maps page.

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These are Convective Outlooks from the Storm Prediction Center. Click to see Days 1-3 broken down into Tornado, Wind and Hail threats, as well as days 5-8 outlooks.

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Our hurricane tracking map monitors for any current or forecast tropical disturbances in the Atlantic. (See our Pacific Hurricane Tracker) Various hurricane models will draw a 'spaghetti plot' in the Atlantic Basin when a disturbance is forecast or exists, showing the system's forecast track. Once a storm has developed, the National Hurricane Center will forecast their official track. This will show up on the map along with the storm's current intensity, track and name. We will also plot some of the storm's vitals and of course the spaghetti plots from the models along with the NHC forecast track will give you an idea of where it's heading, and its forecast intensity with time.

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Climate Summary
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University Park, IL Climate Summary

General Climate

    •   University Park, IL has a humid continental climate, with four distinct seasons.
    •   Summers are typically hot and humid, with average high temperatures in the upper 80s to low 90s Fahrenheit.
    •   Winters are cold and snowy, with average low temperatures in the mid-20s to low 30s Fahrenheit.
    •   Spring and fall are generally mild, with average temperatures in the 50s and 60s Fahrenheit.

Temperature

    •   The average annual temperature in University Park, IL is 51.5°F.
    •   The warmest month is July, with an average high temperature of 87°F.
    •   The coldest month is January, with an average low temperature of 19°F.

Precipitation

    •   The average annual precipitation in University Park, IL is 37.3 inches.
    •   The wettest month is May, with an average of 4.3 inches of rain.
    •   The driest month is February, with an average of 1.9 inches of rain.

Snowfall

    •   The average annual snowfall in University Park, IL is 31.6 inches.
    •   The snowiest month is January, with an average of 8.6 inches of snow.

Wind

    •   The prevailing wind direction in University Park, IL is from the northwest.
    •   The average wind speed is 10.2 mph.

Climate Variability

    •   The climate in University Park, IL is subject to variability from year to year.
    •   In some years, summers may be hotter and drier than usual, while winters may be colder and snowier than usual.
    •   These variations are due to a number of factors, including changes in the jet stream and the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO).

Climate Change

    •   The climate in University Park, IL is expected to change in the coming decades due to climate change.
    •   Summers are projected to become hotter and more humid, while winters are projected to become milder.
    •   Precipitation is also expected to increase, with more frequent and intense storms.
    •   These changes are likely to have a number of impacts on the environment and human health in University Park, IL.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History

  • Prairie Restoration:

    University Park is home to the 200-acre Prairie Restoration, a living museum showcasing native Illinois prairie ecosystems.

  • Bird Sanctuary:

    The 30-acre Greenbelt Forest Preserve offers a sanctuary for migratory birds and a habitat for diverse plant life.

    Science

  • Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory:

    Located nearby, Fermilab is one of the world's leading particle physics research facilities.

  • University of Illinois at Chicago's Science and Engineering South Campus:

    University Park hosts the south campus of UIC, with research centers in engineering, life sciences, and physical sciences.

    Personalities

  • Enrico Fermi:

    The Nobel Prize-winning physicist lived in University Park while working at Fermilab.

  • Edna St. Vincent Millay:

    The Pulitzer Prize-winning poet lived in University Park for a brief period in the 1920s.

  • Ray Bradbury:

    The renowned science fiction writer attended Thornton Township High School in University Park.

    • Tourist Attractions
    1.Robie House**. Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, the Robie House is a stunning example of Prairie School architecture. The house is open for tours, and visitors can learn about Wright's design philosophy and see how he used natural materials to create a beautiful and functional home.

    2.Midway Plaisance**. This historic park was created for the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition. Today, the park is home to a variety of attractions, including the University of Chicago's Oriental Institute Museum, the DuSable Museum of African American History, and the National Museum of Mexican Art.

    3.Jackson Park**. This large park is located on the shores of Lake Michigan. The park is home to a variety of attractions, including the Museum of Science and Industry, the Field Museum of Natural History, and the Shedd Aquarium.

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