Chicago S & S Canal at Western Ave at Chicago, Illinois · River
The current water temperature at Chicago S & S Canal at Western Ave at Chicago is 22.3 °C (as of September 20, 2026, source: USGS).
A river can change temperature within hours — snowmelt, rain or power-plant operations show up immediately. That is why the measured value counts here, not an estimate.
This measurement series includes 174 data points since July 22, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 21.9 °C on August 2, 2026 · highest value: 27.6 °C on September 5, 2026.
In September, temperatures have ranged between 22.2 °C and 27.6 °C.
The current value is 3.2 °C below the September average of this series.
Can you swim at Chicago S & S Canal at Western Ave at Chicago right now?
The current water temperature is 22.3 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Chicago S & S Canal at Western Ave at Chicago?
Currently 22.3 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Chicago S & S Canal at Western Ave at Chicago in September?
In September, the water temperature recently averaged 25.5 °C.
When is the water warmest at Chicago S & S Canal at Western Ave at Chicago?
Across the measurement record, September is on average the warmest month (25.5 °C).