Lakewood Shores, IL has a humid continental climate, with hot summers and cold winters. During the summer months, temperatures range from mild to hot, often reaching into the high 80s. The winter months are much colder, with temperatures commonly dropping into the teens and single digits. Because of its location near Lake Michigan, Lakewood Shores also experiences seasonal snowfall and strong winds off the lake during winter months. Precipitation is abundant throughout the year, with an average of 37 inches annually. Overall, Lakewood Shores has four distinct seasons that bring unique weather conditions to this small town.
Lakewood Shores, Illinois gets 37 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Lakewood Shores averages 24 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 190 sunny days per year in Lakewood Shores. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Lakewood Shores gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 123 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 84 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 16
Rain: averages 37 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 24 inches of snow a year