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North Avenue Beach, Chicago, IL

Sunrise to Sunset
276 miles
North Avenue Beach, Chicago, IL
North Avenue Beach, Chicago, IL view 1
North Avenue Beach, Chicago, IL view 2
Temperature
36
°F
UV Index
0
Wind Speed
9
mph
Humidity
66
%
Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
🚶
~13
min

Beach Alerts

Good Conditions

No current safety alerts for this beach

About This Beach

North Avenue Beach in Chicago offers a unique blend of urban excitement and lakeside relaxation. Its expansive sandy shore provides ample space for sunbathing, volleyball, and various water activities, all while boasting breathtaking views of the Chicago skyline. While it can get crowded, particularly during peak seasons and events, the beach offers amenities such as restrooms, rentals, and a lively atmosphere.

🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances

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Beach Overview

Amenities

Stroller Friendly
Rentals

Activities & Rentals

Water Sports Rentals
Jet Ski

Beachgoers Reviews

4.6

Average Rating

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Weather Forecast

Updated: 3/2/2026, 7:15:00 PM

Hourly

TimeAir TempUVWindRain
19:0035°09 mph0
20:0037°014 mph0
21:0036°011 mph0
22:0035°09 mph0
23:0034°08 mph0
00:0034°07 mph0
01:0033°07 mph0

Surf Conditions

Updated: Updated: 3/2/2026, 7:15:00 PM

Hourly Surf

TimeTempWavePeriodSwellTide
19:00-°F0.7 ft3s→ E-
20:00-°F0.8 ft2s→ E-
21:00-°F0.9 ft2s→ E-
22:00-°F0.9 ft2s→ E-
23:00-°F0.9 ft3s→ E-
00:00-°F0.9 ft3s→ E-
01:00-°F0.9 ft3s→ E-

Water Sports Rentals

Food & Restaurants