Illinois Golf Weather
April–October. Mid-summer can hit Florida-level humidity; mornings are best. Fall is the prize — crisp, dry, low dew points, late-September peak.
Top Illinois golf cities — pick one for the local forecast
Chicago
15 courses
Peoria
14 courses
Lockport
12 courses
Springfield
10 courses
Naperville
10 courses
Mundelein
9 courses
Orland Park
9 courses
Highland Park
9 courses
Decatur
9 courses
Geneva
9 courses
Alton
7 courses
Aurora
7 courses
Illinois golf weather — frequently asked
When is the best time to play golf in Illinois?
April–October. Mid-summer can hit Florida-level humidity; mornings are best. Fall is the prize — crisp, dry, low dew points, late-September peak.
What dew point is comfortable for golf in Illinois?
Comfortable golf is dew points under 60°F regardless of where you play. Below 50°F is ideal — dry air, grips stay tacky, ball carries normal distance. Above 70°F is uncomfortable: hands slip, ball flies shorter, dehydration matters.
How does altitude affect golf in Illinois?
Most Illinois courses sit at low elevation, so altitude doesn't meaningfully change ball flight. Pick a city below for the local forecast and conditions.
Where can I check weather for a specific Illinois golf course?
Open the course on Stymie's directory and use the weather card on the right side of the course page — it links to a course-specific forecast at /weather?course={course-slug}. Or pick a city below for an area-wide read.