Geography of Area Code 312
Geography of Area Code 312: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Area Code 312
Cook County is 0 mi to the north, The Loop is 0 mi to the north, ZIP Code 60601 is 1 mi to the north-east and Wicker Park is 3 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 41°52′41.2″N 87°37′47.3″W (41.8781, -87.6298)
Quick facts about Area Code 312
| Type | Area code |
|---|---|
| City | Chicago |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 41°52′41.2″N 87°37′47.3″W (41.8781, -87.6298) |
| Known for | Central Chicago |
| Area codes | 312 |
| Local time | 4:24 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | May, June, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Area Code 312 is a telephone area code in Chicago. Area code 312 serves Central Chicago.
Right now it is 67°F (19°C) in Area Code 312 with clear. It feels like 68°F. Today runs from 64°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 17%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Area Code 312 is May, June, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 82°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 17°F.
The closest major airport is O'Hare International Airport (ORD), about 16 mi away. Nearby highlights include Indiana Dunes National Park, Starved Rock State Park and Lake Michigan.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is in line with the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Area Code 312 today at 9.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Area Code 312 month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29° | 17° | 2,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 40° | 25° | 0,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 34° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 59° | 43° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 67° | 51° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 79° | 64° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 82° | 68° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 79° | 66° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 75° | 61° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 64° | 50° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 50° | 38° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 38° | 27° | 2,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Area Code 312?
Area Code 312 is a telephone area code in Chicago. Its coordinates are 41.8781, -87.6298. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Area Code 312 right now?
It is currently 67°F (19°C) with clear. Humidity is 82% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Area Code 312?
May, June, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Area Code 312, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Area Code 312 in?
Area Code 312 observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 4:24 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Area Code 312?
The closest airports are O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 16 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Area Code 312?
Popular options include Indiana Dunes National Park, Starved Rock State Park and Lake Michigan.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (area-codes-sample) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 4:24 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
