78°
Mostly Cloudy
5%
76
Cook County, IL · Great Lakes
31st Street Beach (Margaret T. Burroughs Beach)
3100 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60616
A wide South Side beach in Bronzeville, renamed Margaret T. Burroughs Beach in 2015 for the African-American artist and historian who co-founded the DuSable Museum.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for photography.
78°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. West southwest wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. West northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 78°F air — ideal beach weather
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
76 /100
great
72 Sunbathe
80 Walk
76 Fish
86 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
78°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
10 mph
WSW
Rain
5%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
High 12 PM–01 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
74°F
Mostly Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
—
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:24 AM
Sunset
7:11 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
74°
Mostly Cloudy
3%
75
76°
Sunny
0%
85
82°
Mostly Sunny
13%
81
77°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
80
87°
Chance Rain Showers
26%
62
79°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
46%
34
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
10:20 PM - 12:20 AM
Minor
4:10 AM - 5:10 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Minor
6:10 PM - 7:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid harbor lot; free street parking on 31st St west of LSD.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on Chicago beaches.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
3100 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60616
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at 31st Street Beach (Margaret T. Burroughs Beach) today?
31st Street Beach (Margaret T. Burroughs Beach) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is 31st Street Beach (Margaret T. Burroughs Beach) dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on Chicago beaches.
Is there an entry fee at 31st Street Beach (Margaret T. Burroughs Beach)?
Entry to 31st Street Beach (Margaret T. Burroughs Beach) is free.
Are there lifeguards at 31st Street Beach (Margaret T. Burroughs Beach)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol 31st Street Beach (Margaret T. Burroughs Beach) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at 31st Street Beach (Margaret T. Burroughs Beach)?
Amenities at 31st Street Beach (Margaret T. Burroughs Beach) include lifeguards (seasonal), restrooms, showers, concession, fishing docks, harbor, playground, bike path.
When is the water warmest at 31st Street Beach (Margaret T. Burroughs Beach)?
Great Lakes water temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 68-74°F near shore — cool compared to the ocean. Best swimming window is mid-July to late August.
Where is 31st Street Beach (Margaret T. Burroughs Beach) located?
31st Street Beach (Margaret T. Burroughs Beach) is in Cook County, IL, at 3100 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60616.
Nearby Beaches
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