Joliet, Illinois Weather
Joliet, Illinois — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery for Joliet, Will County.
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About Joliet, Illinois
Joliet's geography is shaped by the broad, sweeping plains of northern Illinois, where the Des Plaines River flows with a determined, unhurried grace, a constant presence in the landscape. It lies 4.6 miles south-south-west of Lockport, IL (from Lockport, IL: bearing 196°T), and is situated 8.6 miles south-east of Plainfield. This waterway, historically crucial for transportation and industry, has long dictated the development of Joliet, guiding its early settlement and fueling its growth. The land itself is largely flat, a fertile expanse that has supported agriculture for generations, though the horizon is often marked by the sturdy, pragmatic architecture of its industrial past. This history is etched into the very earth, a story of hardworking people who harnessed the river's power and the land's bounty, forging an economy built on grit and innovation, from early milling to later manufacturing and the burgeoning casino industry that now adds a modern shimmer to the riverfront. The cultural character of Joliet is one of resilient pragmatism, a spirit that has weathered economic shifts and embraced change while holding onto a deep sense of community. The imposing presence of the Joliet Correctional Center, a landmark that has loomed for over a century, speaks to a complex history, while the Rialto Square Theatre, with its opulent décor, offers a counterpoint of artistic aspiration. For higher learning, the University of St. Francis and Lewis University contribute to the intellectual currents of Joliet, fostering new generations of thinkers and creators. The city's sports teams, though perhaps not nationally renowned, inspire local pride, and major events throughout the year bring residents together, celebrating the enduring spirit of Joliet, a place that has been home to notable figures across various fields, from athletes to artists, each leaving their unique imprint.
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| Location | Joliet, Will County, Illinois |
| Coordinates | 41.525031°N, 88.081725°W |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 60432, 60431, 60433, 60434, 60435 |
| Area Code | 708 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Joliet, Illinois Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Joliet, Illinois, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modeled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. 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 Joliet includes coordinates 41.525031°N, 88.081725°W, situated in Will County. ZIP code 60432, 60431, 60433, 60434, 60435. 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. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov (NOAA), with a modeled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. 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.
