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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 Porter County, IN

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 Chesterton, Indiana

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 Chesterton, IN 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 Chesterton, IN

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 Chesterton, IN, 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 Chesterton, Indiana

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 Porter County, Indiana

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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Chesterton, Indiana Climate Summary

General Climate

    •   Chesterton, Indiana has a humid continental climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.
    •   The city experiences all four seasons, with average temperatures ranging from 22°F in January to 77°F in July.
    •   Chesterton receives an average of 37 inches of precipitation per year, which is evenly distributed throughout the year.

Summer

    •   Summers in Chesterton are hot and humid, with average temperatures in the mid-70s to low 80s.
    •   The hottest month is July, with an average temperature of 77°F.
    •   Summer nights are typically mild, with temperatures dropping into the mid-60s.
    •   Chesterton experiences occasional thunderstorms during the summer months.

Winter

    •   Winters in Chesterton are cold and snowy, with average temperatures in the mid-20s to low 30s.
    •   The coldest month is January, with an average temperature of 22°F.
    •   Winter nights are typically below freezing, with temperatures dropping into the teens or single digits.
    •   Chesterton receives an average of 25 inches of snow per year, which typically falls between November and March.

Spring and Fall

    •   Spring and fall in Chesterton are mild and transitional seasons, with average temperatures in the 40s to 60s.
    •   Spring is typically wetter than fall, with more frequent rainfall.
    •   Fall is typically drier than spring, with fewer rainy days.

Climate Change

    •   Chesterton, Indiana is experiencing the effects of climate change, with rising temperatures and more extreme weather events.
    •   The city has seen an increase in the number of days with temperatures above 90°F and a decrease in the number of days with temperatures below 32°F.
    •   Chesterton has also experienced more frequent and severe storms, including tornadoes, floods, and droughts.

Overall

    •   Chesterton, Indiana has a humid continental climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.
    •   The city experiences all four seasons, with average temperatures ranging from 22°F in January to 77°F in July.
    •   Chesterton receives an average of 37 inches of precipitation per year, which is evenly distributed throughout the year.
    •   Climate change is having an impact on Chesterton, with rising temperatures and more extreme weather events.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History

    •   Chesterton is home to the Indiana Dunes National Park, a 15,000-acre haven for diverse wildlife and plant species.

    •   The area boasts towering sand dunes, lush forests, and pristine freshwater marshes.

Science

    •   The town is named after George Chesterton, a renowned 19th-century inventor who developed the steam-powered threshing machine.

    •   Chesterton is home to the Porter County Museum of History, which houses exhibits on local science and technology.

Personalities

    •   Carl Sandburg, the Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, lived in Chesterton from 1918 to 1928.

    •   The town is also associated with the legendary Indiana Dunes State Park naturalist, Paul H. Douglas.

    •   Chesterton is the birthplace of astronaut and former NASA administrator Sean O'Keefe.

Tourist Attractions
1.Indiana Dunes National Park:

Located on the southern shore of Lake Michigan, this park offers stunning beaches, towering sand dunes, and diverse ecosystems. Visitors can enjoy hiking, swimming, biking, and wildlife viewing.

2.Chesterton Art Center:

This non-profit organization hosts a variety of art exhibitions, classes, and workshops. The center also has a permanent collection of over 1,000 works of art.

3.Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education:

This center offers a variety of educational programs and exhibits on environmental issues. Visitors can learn about the local ecosystem, renewable energy, and sustainable living.

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