Water Temperature of the Illinois River in Peoria, IL
Current Water Temperature
Measurement Time: Friday, December 19, 2025, 9:00 AM CST
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Local Points of Interest
Peoria Lock and Dam; Bartonville, IL; North Pekin, IL; Creve Coeur; Crevecoeur Nature PreserveStation Name: Peoria 5SSW - L&D 7
Data Source: USGS
Elevation Above Sea Level: 436 feet
Nearest Address:
Peoria, IL 61610
Tazewell County
GPS Coordinates: 40.6333, -89.625
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Weather for Peoria, Illinois
Current Weather

Five Day Weather Forecast

Sun
H: 58°F
L: 38°F

Mon
H: 59°F
L: 35°F

Tue
H: 72°F
L: 50°F

Wed
H: 70°F
L: 58°F

Thu
H: 75°F
L: 56°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 6.85 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.45 μg/m3
Ozone: 72 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:57 AM
Sunset: 7:42 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 28 mins
Moon Transit: 3:03 PM
Moonset: 11:04 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 4.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
2:05 AM - 4:35 AM2:33 PM - 5:03 PM
Minor Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM6:42 AM - 8:12 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Hydrologic Outlook issued April 19 at 11:23AM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Effective: Sun April 19, 2026, 11:23 AM
Expires: Sun April 19, 2026, 8:00 PM
ESFILX This hydrologic outlook includes the following river in Illinois: Illinois River... The following river information is based on future predicted rainfall. The exact amount, intensity, timing, and location of the rain that will occur is still uncertain. These outlook stages are provided to show what may be expected if the forecast precipitation occurs. Once there is more certainty about the river forecasts, a flood warning or statement will be issued if the threat materializes.
Freeze Warning issued April 19 at 7:49AM CDT until April 20 at 8:00AM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Effective: Sun April 19, 2026, 7:49 AM
Expires: Sun April 19, 2026, 5:00 PM
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31 expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, and west central Illinois. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 8 AM CDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Flood Warning issued April 19 at 11:23AM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Effective: Sun April 19, 2026, 11:23 AM
Expires: Mon April 20, 2026, 3:30 AM
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois... Illinois River near Havana affecting Fulton, Cass and Mason Counties. .The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Illinois River near Havana. * WHEN...Until further notice. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:45 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 15.7 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 10:45 AM CDT Sunday was 15.7 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 16.8 feet early Thursday afternoon. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Persons with interests along this river need to remain aware of the latest forecasts and associated flood risk for their area. Stay tuned for further updates on this flooding situation. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 8:43PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Effective: Sat April 18, 2026, 8:43 PM
Expires: Sun April 19, 2026, 2:45 PM
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois... Illinois River at La Salle affecting La Salle, Putnam and Bureau Counties. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and forecasted to continue. * WHERE...Illinois River from Starved Rock Lock and Dam downstream to confluence with Big Bureau Creek, including the La Salle gauge. * WHEN...Until further notice. * 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 7:45 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 21.3 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected remain nearly steady into early next week. - Flood stage is 20.0 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 Sunday afternoon.
Freeze Warning issued April 19 at 11:00AM CDT until April 20 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Effective: Sun April 19, 2026, 11:00 AM
Expires: Sun April 19, 2026, 7:00 PM
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures in the mid to upper 20s. * WHERE...Portions of north central, northwest, and west central Illinois and east central, northeast, and southeast Iowa. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM CDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.08 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.63 μg/m3
Ozone: 83.88 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:57 AM
Sunset: 7:42 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 28 mins
Moon Transit: 3:03 PM
Moonset: 11:04 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 4.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
2:05 AM - 4:35 AM2:33 PM - 5:03 PM
Minor Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM6:42 AM - 8:12 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.57 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.35 μg/m3
Ozone: 83.8 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:57 AM
Sunset: 7:43 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 31 mins
Moon Transit: 4:07 PM
Moonset: 12:04 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 10.8%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
3:08 AM - 5:38 AM3:37 PM - 6:07 PM
Minor Periods
7:32 AM - 9:02 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.82 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.6 μg/m3
Ozone: 94.44 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:57 AM
Sunset: 7:44 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 33 mins
Moon Transit: 5:12 PM
Moonset: 12:17 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 18.8%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:13 AM - 6:43 AM4:42 PM - 7:12 PM
Minor Periods
8:33 AM - 10:03 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.49 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.9 μg/m3
Ozone: 88.8 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:56 AM
Sunset: 7:45 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 36 mins
Moon Transit: 6:14 PM
Moonset: 1:19 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 28.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:17 AM - 7:47 AM5:44 PM - 8:14 PM
Minor Periods
9:43 AM - 11:13 AM12:49 AM - 2:19 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 10.6 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.02 μg/m3
Ozone: 62.92 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:56 AM
Sunset: 7:46 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 38 mins
Moon Transit: 7:12 PM
Moonset: 2:08 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 39.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
6:17 AM - 8:47 AM6:42 PM - 9:12 PM
Minor Periods
10:57 AM - 12:27 AM1:38 AM - 3:08 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
