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Current radar over West Chicago, Illinois red dot
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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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Current satellite over West Chicago, Illinois red dot
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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 DuPage 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 West Chicago, 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 West Chicago, 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 West Chicago, 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 West Chicago, 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 West Chicago, 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 DuPage 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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West Chicago, IL Climate Summary

General Climate

    •   West Chicago, Illinois experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.
    •   The city receives an average of 36 inches of precipitation annually, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
    •   The average temperature ranges from 22°F (-6°C) in January to 77°F (25°C) in July.

Summer

    •   Summer temperatures in West Chicago are typically warm and humid, with average highs in the upper 80s to low 90s Fahrenheit (30-34°C).
    •   The humidity levels can be high, making it feel even hotter.
    •   Thunderstorms are common during the summer months, and severe weather, such as tornadoes and hail, can occur.

Winter

    •   Winters in West Chicago are cold and snowy, with average lows in the low 20s Fahrenheit (-6°C).
    •   Snowfall is common, averaging around 32 inches per year.
    •   The wind chill factor can make it feel even colder, especially during windy days.

Spring and Fall

    •   Spring and fall seasons in West Chicago are generally mild, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-40s to mid-60s Fahrenheit (7-18°C).
    •   These seasons are typically dry, with less precipitation than the summer and winter months.

Climate Change

    •   Like many regions worldwide, West Chicago is experiencing the effects of climate change.
    •   The average temperature has increased by about 2°F (1°C) over the past century, and the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, such as heat waves, droughts, and heavy rainfall, have increased.
    •   These changes are expected to continue in the future, posing challenges for the city and its residents.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History

    •   West Chicago is home to the West Chicago Prairie Forest Preserve, a 600-acre natural area with diverse habitats including prairie, forest, and wetlands.

    •   The DuPage River flows through the city, providing habitat for various aquatic species.

Science

    •   Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab), a world-renowned particle physics research facility, is located just west of West Chicago.

    •   The city is also home to the DuPage County Forest Preserve District's Environmental Education Center, offering programs on local ecology and conservation.

Personalities

  • Don Ameche:

    Academy Award-winning actor who grew up in West Chicago.

  • Dr. Ernest Lawrence:

    Nobel Prize-winning physicist who invented the cyclotron at Fermilab.

  • Dr. Jane Goodall:

    Renowned primatologist who conducted groundbreaking research on chimpanzees in Tanzania. She has visited West Chicago and spoken at Fermilab.

    • Tourist Attractions
    1.West Chicago Prairie Forest Preserve:

    A 520-acre preserve with hiking trails, a fishing lake, and an observation tower.

    2.DuPage County Fairgrounds:

    A 1,200-acre complex that hosts the annual DuPage County Fair, as well as concerts, festivals, and other events.

    3.West Chicago City Museum:

    A local history museum that tells the story of West Chicago from its founding in 1859 to the present day.

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