Science & Nature
Last Call for Chicago’s Pools and Beaches, Closing After Labor Day
Nineteen of the Chicago Park District's outdoor pools remain open through Labor Day. (Patty Wetli / WTTW News)
It’s the final weekend of the summer to enjoy swimming at Chicago’s outdoor pools and lakefront beaches, which will close after Labor Day on Monday.
Folks hoping to get a jump start on the holiday weekend on Friday should take note of a beach hazard warning from the National Weather Service, in effect through 4 p.m.
High waves and strong currents will make for dangerous swimming and boating conditions along all of Lake Michigan’s southern coast. Red flags posted on Chicago beaches indicate swimming is prohibited.
(National Weather Service Chicago)
The weather will improve Saturday through Monday, with pleasant temperatures forecast in the 70s and comfortable humidity levels. Swimming at beaches is allowed during hours lifeguards are on duty, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The inland beach at Humboldt Park is still open, along with 19 neighborhood Chicago Park District pools.
The Park District’s water spray features will stay open through the end of September, pending any maintenance needs. Any spray features located next to an outdoor pool will close in tandem with the pool.
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