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Oak Street Beach, Chicago, IL

Sunrise to Sunset
276 miles
Oak Street Beach, Chicago, IL
Oak Street Beach, Chicago, IL view 1
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Temperature
16
°F
UV Index
0
Wind Speed
17
mph
Humidity
71
%
Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
🚶
~11
min

Beach Alerts

Wind Alert

Wind Alert: Gusty conditions from 12 AM-6 AM — secure umbrellas & shade (17mph)

Surf Caution

Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 12 AM-6 AM — not ideal for kids (6.7ft waves)

About This Beach

Oak Street Beach is a popular urban beach in Chicago offering stunning views of the city skyline and Lake Michigan. It features a sandy area, paved paths, and various amenities like chair and umbrella rentals. While often crowded, especially during peak hours, it's known for its accessibility, proximity to downtown attractions, and opportunities for recreation like volleyball.

🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances

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Beach Overview

Amenities

Stroller Friendly
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Activities & Rentals

No activities or rentals available.

Beachgoers Reviews

4.8

Average Rating

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Weather Forecast

Updated: 1/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM

Hourly

TimeAir TempUVWindRain
00:0016°017 mph0
01:0015°016 mph0
02:0014°017 mph0
03:0013°016 mph0
04:0013°015 mph0
05:0014°016 mph0
06:0014°016 mph0

Surf Conditions

Updated: Updated: 1/15/2026, 12:00:00 AM

Hourly Surf

TimeTempWavePeriodSwellTide
00:00-°F6.7 ft8s↑ N-
01:00-°F6.4 ft8s↑ N-
02:00-°F6.2 ft8s↑ N-
03:00-°F5.9 ft7s↑ N-
04:00-°F5.6 ft7s↑ N-
05:00-°F5.4 ft7s↑ N-
06:00-°F5.1 ft7s↗ NE-

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