Water Temperature of the Des Plaines River in Lockport, IL

Current Water Temperature

33.9°F

Measurement Time: Sunday, January 21, 2024, 9:00 AM CST

Temperature Locations

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Local Points of Interest

Lockport Dam; Crest Hill, IL; Joliet, IL

Des Plaines River

Station Name: Lockport L&D 2
Data Source: USGS

Elevation Above Sea Level: 561 feet

Nearest Address:
South Powerhouse Drive
Lockport, IL 60434
Will County

GPS Coordinates: 41.5697, -88.0783

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Weather for Lockport, Illinois

Current Weather

54°F
Overcast
Overcast
50.5°F
52.1°F
77%
WNW 11.4 mph
13.3 mph
48.6°F
47.1°F
0 in
100%
9 mi
1015 mbar
3.2

Five Day Weather Forecast

Overcast
Tue
H: 64°F
L: 50°F
Patchy rain nearby
Wed
H: 56°F
L: 43°F
Patchy rain nearby
Thu
H: 58°F
L: 41°F
Patchy rain nearby
Fri
H: 52°F
L: 39°F
Patchy rain nearby
Sat
H: 55°F
L: 36°F

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 2.65 μg/m3
PM10: 2.65 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 165.85 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 3.95 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.85 μg/m3
Ozone: 103 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 5:53 AM
Sun Transit: 12:49 AM
Sunset: 7:47 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 54 mins
Moonrise: 5:04 PM
Moon Transit: 10:55 PM
Moonset: 4:17 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 89.6%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

10:20 AM - 12:50 AM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Minor Periods

4:34 PM - 6:04 PM
3:47 AM - 5:17 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Flood Warning issued April 27 at 8:44PM CDT until April 29 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Effective: Mon April 27, 2026, 8:44 PM
Expires: Tue April 28, 2026, 2:45 PM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois... Fox River at Montgomery affecting Kane and Kendall Counties. Fox River at Algonquin Lock & Dam tailwater affecting Lake IL, Kane and McHenry Counties. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Fox River from Red Gate Road in St. Charles downstream to Millington, including the Montgomery gauge. * WHEN...Until Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...At 13.5 feet, Low-lying parking lots at city hall and Boy Scout Island are threatened in St. Charles. Fox River Trail is threatened at St. Mary Park in St. Charles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:00 PM CDT Monday the stage was 13.5 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain relatively steady near flood stage for the next few days. - Flood stage is 13.5 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

A Flood Warning means water levels above flood stage are imminent or may already be occurring. Persons along rivers and streams in the warned area should take immediate precautions to protect life and property. These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may cause changes to these river forecasts. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by Tuesday afternoon.


Flood Warning issued April 27 at 8:44PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Effective: Mon April 27, 2026, 8:44 PM
Expires: Tue April 28, 2026, 2:45 PM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois... Fox River at Montgomery affecting Kane and Kendall Counties. Fox River at Algonquin Lock & Dam tailwater affecting Lake IL, Kane and McHenry Counties. * WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Fox River from Johnsburg downstream to Red Gate Road in St. Charles, including the Algonquin Lock & Dam tailwater gauge. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 11.5 feet, Residences threatened along Oceola Drive in Algonquin. A few residences threatened along McBride Street in Elgin. Jayne Street and Beach Drive threatened in Algonquin. River Street threatened in East Dundee. Jerusha Avenue threatened in Elgin. Fox River Trail threatened between East Dundee and Elgin. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:30 PM CDT Monday the stage was 11.6 feet. - Recent Activity...The river has been falling slowly over the last few days. - Forecast...The river is expected to continue a slow fall over the next several days. - Flood stage is 9.5 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

A Flood Warning means water levels above flood stage are imminent or may already be occurring. Persons along rivers and streams in the warned area should take immediate precautions to protect life and property. These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may cause changes to these river forecasts. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by Tuesday afternoon.


Flood Watch issued April 27 at 9:43PM CDT until May 2 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Effective: Mon April 27, 2026, 9:43 PM
Expires: Tue April 28, 2026, 3:45 PM

...The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Illinois... Illinois River at La Salle affecting Bureau, Putnam and La Salle zones. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Illinois River from Starved Rock Lock and Dam downstream to confluence with Big Bureau Creek, including the La Salle gauge. * WHEN...From Tuesday evening to early Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...At 22.0 feet, Lower parking lot at Starved Rock State Park is inundated east of La Salle. High water levels begin to impact shipping interests along the river. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:45 PM CDT Monday the stage was 18.8 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached by late tomorrow based upon forecasted rainfall today and tonight. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

A Flood Watch means water levels above flood stage are possible, but not yet certain, based upon the latest forecasts. Persons along rivers and streams in the watch area should monitor the latest forecasts and be prepared to take action should flooding develop. These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may cause changes to these river forecasts. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by Tuesday afternoon.


Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Weather Forecast

Overcast
64.2°F
49.8°F
56°F
81%
0 in
0%
0%
17.4 mph
6.1


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 4.17 μg/m3
PM10: 4.3 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 179.21 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 6.61 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.81 μg/m3
Ozone: 83.08 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 5:53 AM
Sun Transit: 12:49 AM
Sunset: 7:47 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 54 mins
Moonrise: 5:04 PM
Moon Transit: 10:55 PM
Moonset: 4:17 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 89.6%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

10:20 AM - 12:50 AM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Minor Periods

4:34 PM - 6:04 PM
3:47 AM - 5:17 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Weather Forecast

Patchy rain nearby
55.5°F
43.2°F
51°F
67%
0.04 in
89%
0%
11.6 mph
6.1


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 8.76 μg/m3
PM10: 9.49 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 213.41 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 17.38 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.44 μg/m3
Ozone: 67.84 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 5:52 AM
Sun Transit: 12:49 AM
Sunset: 7:48 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 57 mins
Moonrise: 6:09 PM
Moon Transit: 11:37 PM
Moonset: 4:37 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 95.5%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

11:02 AM - 1:32 PM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Minor Periods

5:39 PM - 7:09 PM
4:07 AM - 5:37 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

Thursday, April 30, 2026

Weather Forecast

Patchy rain nearby
57.7°F
41°F
48.7°F
65%
0.02 in
88%
0%
12.1 mph
6.6


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 9.73 μg/m3
PM10: 10.34 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 194.33 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 15.98 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.25 μg/m3
Ozone: 62.68 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 5:50 AM
Sun Transit: 12:49 AM
Sunset: 7:49 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 59 mins
Moonrise: 7:13 PM
Moon Transit: 12:00 AM
Moonset: 4:58 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 99.0%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
11:45 AM - 2:15 PM

Minor Periods

6:43 PM - 8:13 PM
4:28 AM - 5:58 AM

Action Rating: 5 out of 5

Friday, May 1, 2026

Weather Forecast

Patchy rain nearby
52°F
38.8°F
44.9°F
65%
0.06 in
89%
0%
8.1 mph
4.2


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 6.67 μg/m3
PM10: 6.96 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 175.85 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 10.8 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.52 μg/m3
Ozone: 64.48 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 5:49 AM
Sun Transit: 12:49 AM
Sunset: 7:50 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 1 mins
Moonrise: 8:18 PM
Moon Transit: 12:21 AM
Moonset: 5:21 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 100.0%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
12:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Minor Periods

7:48 PM - 9:18 PM
4:51 AM - 6:21 AM

Action Rating: 4 out of 5

Saturday, May 2, 2026

Weather Forecast

Patchy rain nearby
54.5°F
35.6°F
45.2°F
59%
0 in
63%
0%
9.4 mph
0.3


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 9.64 μg/m3
PM10: 10.17 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 219.94 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 25.43 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.84 μg/m3
Ozone: 38.46 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 5:48 AM
Sun Transit: 12:49 AM
Sunset: 7:51 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 4 mins
Moonrise: 9:22 PM
Moon Transit: 1:06 AM
Moonset: 5:49 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 98.4%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

12:36 AM - 3:06 AM
1:16 PM - 3:46 PM

Minor Periods

8:52 PM - 10:22 PM
5:19 AM - 6:49 AM

Action Rating: 4 out of 5

The times presented here are based upon the solunar theory, which is the idea that the movements of fish and other animals are affected by the location of the sun and moon. The major periods are believed to be the times of the greatest animal activity and occur when the moon is directly overhead or underfoot (lunar transits). The minor periods also see increased activity and occur when the moon is rising or setting. The strongest activity occurs during full or new moons, and the weakest during quarter or three quarter moons. This is indicated by the Action Rating.

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