51°
Mostly Sunny
0%
53
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
Decent day for photography.
51°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny. High near 51, with temperatures falling to around 49 in the afternoon. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 44. West southwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 51°F air — too cold to enjoy the beach
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
53 /100
ok
42 Sunbathe
66 Walk
68 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
51°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
5 to 10 mph
W
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
23 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Chicago
UV Peak
2 Low
Peaks 10 AM · burn in ~100m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 11 AM
Tomorrow
58°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:30 AM
Sunset
4:38 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
58°
Mostly Sunny
0%
57
57°
Mostly Sunny
0%
59
60°
Sunny
0%
63
56°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain
18%
51
51°
Chance Rain
54%
11
48°
Chance Rain
38%
15
What to Bring Today
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 51°F outside
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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