What is today's weather forecast for Gilchrist, IL?

Today's forecast for Gilchrist shows a high of 61 degrees and a low of 41 degrees Fahrenheit. A slight chance of rain showers before 7am.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Gilchrist, IL?

The 7-day forecast for Gilchrist shows highs from 57 to 70 degrees and lows from 35 to 46 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 2 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Gilchrist, IL this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Gilchrist this week. Precipitation chances: Sunday (32% chance), Monday (24% chance).

How accurate is the Gilchrist weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Gilchrist forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Gilchrist, IL Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Station

48°F
Feels Like 47°F

Humidity 84% Dew Point 44°F Wind N 4 MPH Gusts 8 Barometer 28.9 in.734.1 mm

Solar Rad 0 w/m2 UV Index 0

Report from a personal weather station 12.9 miles E of central Gilchrist
at 5:51 AM Sun, Oct 19, 2025

Current Conditions From Nearby Station

48°F
Feels Like 47°F

Humidity 84% Dew Point 44°F Wind N 4 MPH Gusts 8 Barometer 28.9 in.734.1 mm

Solar Rad 0 w/m2 UV Index 0

Report from a personal weather station 12.9 miles E of central Gilchrist
at 5:51 AM Sun, Oct 19, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

SunOct 19

20%

61°

41°

MonOct 20

70°

46°

TueOct 21

57°

40°

WedOct 22

58°

35°

ThuOct 23

59°

35°

FriOct 24

58°

39°

SatOct 25

20%

58°

7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

Variable high temperatures through the week, ranging from 57°F to 70°F. Some rain possible with at least 2 days showing precipitation chances of 20% or higher.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 4°F below the historical average for October. Normal highs for this period are around 64°F with lows around 42°F.

This Date in Weather History

1961 - Rain changed to a record early season, heavy wet snow over the southern mountains of West Virginia. Leaves were still on trees, resulting in the worst forest disaster since the fires of 1952 and 953. One to two feet of snow fell near Summersville and Richwood.

Gilchrist 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Sunday Oct 19

Day: A slight chance of rain showers before 7am. Sunny. High near 61, with temperatures falling to around 59 in the afternoon. Northwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Night: Clear, with a low around 41. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Monday Oct 20

Day: Sunny, with a high near 70. South wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.

Night: A slight chance of rain showers between 7pm and 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 46.

Tuesday Oct 21

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 57.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 40.

Wednesday Oct 22

Day: Sunny, with a high near 58.

Night: Clear, with a low around 35.

Thursday Oct 23

Day: Sunny, with a high near 59.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 35.

Friday Oct 24

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 58.

Night: A slight chance of rain showers after 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 39.

Saturday Oct 25

Day: A slight chance of rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 58.

Sun & Moon Monthly

First Light 6:51 AM

Sunrise 7:19 AM

Sunset 6:17 PM

Last Light 6:45 PM

Moonrise 5:29 AM

Moonset 5:20 PM

Moon Phase

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