78°
Cloudy
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Cook County, IL · Great Lakes
Foster Avenue Beach (Chicago)
5200 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60640
Edgewater's family beach — half a mile of sand at the far north end of Lincoln Park where Foster Avenue meets the lake.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for photography.
78°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Cloudy, with a high near 78. West southwest wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 78°F air — ideal beach weather
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
77 /100
great
73 Sunbathe
81 Walk
86 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
78°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
10 mph
WSW
Rain
3%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 02 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 12 PM & 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
2%
76
75°
Sunny
0%
84
82°
Mostly Sunny
13%
81
76°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
74
85°
Chance Rain Showers
33%
59
78°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
48%
32
What to Bring Today
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Pay-and-display lot at Foster & LSD. CTA Bus 92 stops at Foster & Sheridan.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on Chicago beaches.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
5200 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60640
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Foster Avenue Beach (Chicago) today?
Foster Avenue Beach (Chicago) 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 Foster Avenue Beach (Chicago) dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on Chicago beaches.
Is there an entry fee at Foster Avenue Beach (Chicago)?
Entry to Foster Avenue Beach (Chicago) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Foster Avenue Beach (Chicago)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Foster Avenue Beach (Chicago) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Foster Avenue Beach (Chicago)?
Amenities at Foster Avenue Beach (Chicago) include lifeguards (seasonal), restrooms, showers, concession (beach house), bike rentals, bike path, accessible beach walk.
When is the water warmest at Foster Avenue Beach (Chicago)?
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 Foster Avenue Beach (Chicago) located?
Foster Avenue Beach (Chicago) is in Cook County, IL, at 5200 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60640.
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