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Weather in Waukegan, Illinois

06:21 AM

Now

64° F

Feels Like 61°

Precipitation 51 %

Wind 9 mph

Humidity 77 %

Today

Day 73°

Night 64°

Precipitation 55 %

Wind 14

UV Index (0 - 11+) 11

Warning: Extreme UV Index Today: 11+

Overexposure to the sun's harmful UV rays can cause sunburn and increase the risk of developing skin cancer, including melanoma. Protect yourself by wearing clothing that covers your skin, sunglasses, and a hat. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher every two hours, even on cloudy days. Minimize direct sun exposure during peak hours (10 AM to 4 PM) to reduce the risk.

Waukegan Weather Forecast Updated

Last updated on September 13, 2025 5:16 AM

Air quality in Waukegan

NOW

52 AQI

Moderate air quality Dominant pollutant: PM2.5

Pollutant Concentrations:

PM2.5 9.89 µg/m³

PM10 10.09 µg/m³

O₃ 41.96 ppb

NO₂ 8.88 ppb

SO₂ 2.33 ppb

CO 238.09 ppb

PM_2.5 – Fine particles <2.5μm

PM₁₀ – Inhalable particles <10μm

O₃ – Ozone

NO₂ – Nitrogen dioxide

SO₂ – Sulfur dioxide

CO – Carbon monoxide

Health Recommendations:

Air quality is currently in the acceptable range. However, sensitive individuals should be aware of potential risks from certain pollutants.

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