Hiking conditions
Is It Too Hot to Hike in Chicago Today?
Use the environmental risk signals below to adjust timing, intensity, shade, and recovery.
Forecast conditions
Good
Conditions support this activity with routine precautions.
Heat index
66°F
WBGT est.
14.3°C
UV
0.0
Hourly hiking conditions
| Time | Temperature | Heat index | Estimated WBGT | UV | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 AM | 57°F | 57°F | 12.5°C | 0.0 | Low |
| 9 AM | 59°F | 59°F | 13.5°C | 0.9 | Low |
| 11 AM | 62°F | 62°F | 14.4°C | 3.2 | Low |
| 1 PM | 63°F | 63°F | 14.6°C | 4.5 | Low |
| 3 PM | 63°F | 63°F | 14.4°C | 2.8 | Low |
| 5 PM | 62°F | 62°F | 14.0°C | 0.6 | Low |
| 7 AM | 54°F | 54°F | 11.2°C | 0.0 | Low |
| 9 AM | 58°F | 58°F | 12.9°C | 0.8 | Low |
Three-day forecast
Sunday
Heat index up to 76°F
70°F / 58°F
LowMonday
Heat index up to 63°F
63°F / 57°F
LowTuesday
Heat index up to 75°F
71°F / 54°F
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