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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 Lake 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 Wauconda, 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 Wauconda, 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 Wauconda, 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 Wauconda, 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 Wauconda, 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 Lake 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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Climate Summary
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Wauconda, Illinois Climate Summary

General Climate

    •   Wauconda, Illinois experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.
    •   The city is located in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b, with an average annual temperature of 47.8°F.
    •   Wauconda receives an average of 34.6 inches of precipitation annually, with the majority falling during the spring and summer months.

Summer

    •   Summer temperatures in Wauconda are warm and humid, with average highs in the upper 70s to low 80s (°F) and average lows in the mid-50s to low 60s (°F).
    •   The hottest month is July, with an average high of 83°F and an average low of 62°F.
    •   Summer months also experience occasional thunderstorms, with an average of 10 thunderstorm days per year.

Winter

    •   Winter temperatures in Wauconda are cold and snowy, with average highs in the mid-20s to low 30s (°F) and average lows in the teens to low 20s (°F).
    •   The coldest month is January, with an average high of 28°F and an average low of 14°F.
    •   Wauconda receives an average of 33.7 inches of snow annually, with the majority falling during the months of December, January, and February.

Spring and Fall

    •   Spring and fall temperatures in Wauconda are mild and variable, with average highs in the 40s to 60s (°F) and average lows in the 20s to 40s (°F).
    •   Spring months (March, April, and May) are generally mild and wet, with an average of 10 rainy days per month.
    •   Fall months (September, October, and November) are generally mild and dry, with an average of 8 rainy days per month.

Overall, Wauconda, Illinois experiences a humid continental climate with warm, humid summers, cold, snowy winters, and mild, variable spring and fall seasons.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History

    •   Wauconda is home to the Volo Bog State Natural Area, a 1,900-acre wetland complex that supports a diverse array of plant and animal life, including rare orchids and carnivorous plants.

    •   The Wauconda Bog Nature Preserve is a 45-acre remnant of a glacial bog, featuring a boardwalk trail through a unique ecosystem.

Science

    •   The Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) is located in nearby Batavia, and many Wauconda residents work or have worked at this world-renowned particle physics research facility.

    •   Wauconda is a participant in the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy, a statewide program to reduce nutrient pollution in waterways.

Personalities

    •   Dr. Charles Walgreen, founder of the Walgreens pharmacy chain, was born in Wauconda in 1873.

    •   Bob Feller, a legendary baseball pitcher for the Cleveland Indians, was born in nearby Van Meter, Iowa, and raised in Wauconda.

    •   Dr. Lester Shaw, a pioneer in the field of veterinary medicine, operated a veterinary clinic in Wauconda for over 50 years.

Tourist Attractions
1.Chain O'Lakes State Park:

This park offers a variety of outdoor activities, including boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, and biking. The park is home to several lakes, including the Chain O'Lakes, which is a popular destination for boaters and fishermen.

2.Wauconda Bog Nature Preserve:

This preserve is home to a variety of plant and animal life, including several rare and endangered species. The preserve offers a variety of hiking trails, as well as opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife viewing.

3.Lake County Discovery Museum:

This museum is a great place to learn about the history and culture of Lake County. The museum features a variety of exhibits, including a replica of a 19th-century pioneer cabin, a collection of Native American artifacts, and a display on the history of the Great Lakes.

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