Weather forecast for today
Des Plaines, IL

Weather forecast for today

Wednesday, Apr 30.

PM Showers
5:46 am

7:50 pm
CDT
PM Showers
63°F / 52°F
  • Wind: 10mph E
  • Humidity: 51%
  • Precip. probability: 52%
  • Precipitation: 0.67"
  • UV index: 6
On Wednesday, in Des Plaines, a few afternoon showers could develop as the day warms up.
The likelihood of rain for today is high, and precipitation will be moderate. The maximum temperature will be a breezy 62.6°F, while the minimum expected temperature is a fresh 51.8°F.
Forecast models suggest warmer conditions, with a peak that mirrors May's climate average rather than April's.
Sunrise was at 5:46 am and sunset will be at 7:50 pm; the daylight will last for 14h and 5min.

Current condition

Partly Cloudy
11:49 am CDT
Partly Cloudy
  • 61°F
  • Feels like: 57°F
  • Wind: 9mph ESE
  • Humidity: 52%
  • Dewpoint: 43°F
  • Pressure: 30.11"Hg
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
  • UV index: 7
Currently, in Des Plaines, patches of clouds are scattered, creating a mix of shade and sun.
The temperature is an enjoyable 60.8°F, the felt air reading is estimated at a moderate 57.2°F. The current temperature is almost at the maximum of today's anticipated 62.6°F.

Weather radar - Des Plaines, IL

Doppler radar displays precipitation for the past 2h and forecasts the next 30min

Frequently asked questions

What is the current temperature?
At 11:49 am CDT, the temperature is 60.8°F.
What is the weather forecast for Des Plaines for today?
Today, spotty afternoon showers could bring wet conditions to parts of the area.
Will it rain today?
Moderate precipitation of 0.67" is anticipated. The chance of rainfall is 52%.
What will be the highest temperature today?
Today, the maximum temperature will be 62.6°F, while the minimum temperature will be 51.8°F.
The maximum temperature will be notably higher than the average highest temperature of 53.2°F in April. The lowest temperature will be also notably higher than the average low of 40.3°F.
When are sunrise and sunset today?
On Wednesday, in Des Plaines, sunrise was at 5:46 am and sunset will be at 7:50 pm (CDT).
How many hours of daylight will Des Plaines have today?
In Des Plaines, today, there will be 14h and 5min of daylight.

Hourly weather forecast

12 pm
  • 61°F
  • Feels like:
    59°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
  • Wind: 9mph ESE
  • Pressure: 30.09"Hg
  • Humidity: 51%
  • Precip. probability: 1%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
1 pm
  • 61°F
  • Feels like:
    61°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
  • Wind: 10mph ESE
  • Pressure: 30.09"Hg
  • Humidity: 50%
  • Precip. probability: 6%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
2 pm
  • 61°F
  • Feels like:
    61°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 10mph E
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 50%
  • Precip. probability: 7%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
3 pm
  • 61°F
  • Feels like:
    59°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 10mph E
  • Pressure: 30.03"Hg
  • Humidity: 50%
  • Precip. probability: 24%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
4 pm
  • 61°F
  • Feels like:
    59°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 10mph E
  • Pressure: 30"Hg
  • Humidity: 51%
  • Precip. probability: 53%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 7mi
5 pm
  • 59°F
  • Feels like:
    57°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 9mph E
  • Pressure: 29.97"Hg
  • Humidity: 55%
  • Precip. probability: 8%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
6 pm
  • 57°F
  • Feels like:
    55°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 9mph ENE
  • Pressure: 29.97"Hg
  • Humidity: 56%
  • Precip. probability: 11%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
7 pm
  • 57°F
  • Feels like:
    55°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 8mph E
  • Pressure: 29.97"Hg
  • Humidity: 59%
  • Precip. probability: 24%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
Sunset: 7:50 pm
8 pm
  • 55°F
  • Feels like:
    54°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 7mph E
  • Pressure: 29.97"Hg
  • Humidity: 63%
  • Precip. probability: 9%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
9 pm
  • 55°F
  • Feels like:
    54°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 7mph ENE
  • Pressure: 29.97"Hg
  • Humidity: 64%
  • Precip. probability: 8%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
10 pm
  • 54°F
  • Feels like:
    52°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 6mph ENE
  • Pressure: 29.94"Hg
  • Humidity: 68%
  • Precip. probability: 13%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
11 pm
  • 54°F
  • Feels like:
    52°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 6mph E
  • Pressure: 29.91"Hg
  • Humidity: 72%
  • Precip. probability: 22%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
Today, in Des Plaines, primarily dull and occasionally showery weather is predicted.
With a probability of 53%, minimal rainfall is expected around 4 pm.
The temperature will be between a maximum of 60.8°F and a minimum of 53.6°F. The warmest part of the day will be from noon to 4 pm.
The maximum temperature will be more resembling May's average high of 64.6°F than April's 53.2°F. Forecast models suggest a low also more similar to May's typical minimum of 50.7°F than April's usual 40.3°F.
Updated: Apr 30, 2025 @ 16:49:18 UTC
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Des Plaines, Illinois, USA

  • en: Des Plaines, Illinois, USA
  • es: Des Plaines, Illinois, EE.UU.
  • hr: Des Plejns, Ilinois, SAD
  • sr: Des Plejns, Ilinois, SAD
  • zh: 德斯普兰斯, 伊利诺伊, 美国
  • Latitude: 42.033362°
  • Longitude: -87.883399°
  • Elevation: 633 ft
  • Current time: 11:49am CDT
  • Sunrise: 5:46 am CDT
  • Sunset: 7:50 pm CDT
  • Timezone: America/Chicago
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