Chicago, IL
Weather Forecast Office
The 2026 recreational beach forecast season starts this week and ends on Wednesday September 30th!
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To check the latest recreational beach forecast, go to: https://www.weather.gov/greatlakes/beachhazards?wfo=LOT The latest text recreational beach forecast can be found HERE
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Be cautious in cold water. Cold water shock and hypothermia are real threats on the Great Lakes, especially early in the season. For more information, visit www.weather.gov/safety/coldwater
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