Climate Information Resources

Primary Impacts of Climate Change in the Chicago Region

A summary of historical climate trends and future projections for northeastern Illinois. Project led by CMAP (June 2013).

Local Climate Data in Northeastern Illinois

A 2-page summary of station availability, types of data, and length of records for northeastern Illinois.

National Climate Assessment: Midwest Region

A summary of climate change impacts for the Midwest from the 2014 National Climate Assessment.

Great Lakes Quarterly Climate Impacts and Outlook Report
A quarterly report produced by NOAA, Environment Canada, and other partners that summarizes significant weather or lake-related events and impacts in the Great Lakes for each season and provides an outlook for the next three months.