Aurora, Illinois Weather
Aurora, Illinois — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery for Aurora, Kane County.
Full aviation weather for Aurora is published on the Aurora Municipal Airport (KARR) page, 13 km away. It carries the current METAR decoded into plain language — surface wind, visibility, cloud layers and ceiling, temperature and dewpoint, and altimeter setting — alongside the raw observation as transmitted. 6 airfields within reach of Aurora have their own pages, listed below.
The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is shown across its full validity period, with each change group broken out so you can see when conditions are expected to shift. Flight category is derived automatically — VFR, MVFR, IFR or LIFR — from reported ceiling and visibility, with runway details and field elevation alongside. Observations update roughly hourly and forecasts several times a day.
Other airports near Aurora: Bolingbrook's Clow International Airport (K1C5) 17 km · Dupage Airport (KDPA) 17 km · Lewis University Airport (KLOT) 25 km · Joliet Regional Airport (KJOT) 30 km · Hinckley Airport (K0C2) 32 km
Conditions reported at KARR describe the airfield itself. Weather 13 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Aurora specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About Aurora, Illinois
Aurora unfolds across a landscape gently shaped by glacial history, its terrain a subtle interplay of rolling plains and the meandering Fox River, a ribbon of blue threading through the heart of the city. It lies 5.6 miles north-north-east of Oswego, IL (from Oswego, IL: bearing 17°T), and is situated 9.1 miles west of Naperville. The land here breathes a certain openness, a vastness that hints at the prairie skies above, and the air, especially in the early morning as mist rises from the lowlands, carries a cool, earthy scent. This setting has fostered a character that is both expansive and grounded, a place where the horizons feel wide and the daily rhythms are tied to the steady passage of the sun and seasons, an enduring quality that has marked Aurora for generations. The story of Aurora is one of industry and growth, a legacy forged in the crucible of the 19th century when its strategic location on the Fox River drew ambitious settlers and burgeoning factories. For decades, manufacturing, particularly in the realm of railroad equipment and heavy machinery, formed the economic backbone of Aurora, its factories echoing with the clang of hammers and the hiss of steam, a testament to the ingenuity and hard work of its people. While the industrial landscape has evolved, the spirit of enterprise persists, now fueled by a diverse economy that embraces technology, healthcare, and a vibrant retail sector, ensuring Aurora continues to thrive as a center of commerce and innovation. The cultural pulse of Aurora beats with a lively diversity, offering a rich tapestry of experiences for its residents and visitors alike. While professional sports franchises are not a defining feature within Aurora itself, the proximity to major league teams in Chicago means the roar of the crowd is never far away, and the city cultivates its own passions through local leagues and sporting events. The city's calendar is punctuated by a variety of annual festivals and community gatherings, celebrating its heritage and the vibrant mix of cultures that call Aurora home. Iconic landmarks, such as the historic Paramount Theatre, stand as proud reminders of its past, while expansive parks and the natural beauty of the Fox River offer tranquil escapes. Renowned institutions of learning contribute to the intellectual life of Aurora, fostering a spirit of inquiry and discovery, and the city has been a birthplace and home to individuals who have left indelible marks on the worlds of music, acting, and public service, their achievements echoing the broad aspirations that define Aurora.
Live animated radar for Aurora and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East · Public domain · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | Aurora, Kane County, Illinois |
| Coordinates | 41.760585°N, 88.320072°W |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 60506, 60505, 60504, 60569, 60572 |
| Area Code | 708 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Aurora, Illinois Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Aurora, Illinois, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Aviation weather — live METAR observations and TAF forecasts — is published separately on the pages for the nearest reporting airports, linked from the aviation section above. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Aurora includes coordinates 41.760585°N, 88.320072°W, situated in Kane County. ZIP code 60506, 60505, 60504, 60569, 60572. Telephone area code: 708. Timezone: Central Time (America/Chicago).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
