Geography of Indiana Dunes National Park
Geography of Indiana Dunes National Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Indiana Dunes National Park
ZIP Code 60601 is 34 mi to the north-west, Chicago is 34 mi to the north-west, Area Code 312 is 34 mi to the north-west and Cook County is 34 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 41°39′11.9″N 87°3′8.6″W (41.6533, -87.0524)
Quick facts about Indiana Dunes National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Indiana |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 41°39′11.9″N 87°3′8.6″W (41.6533, -87.0524) |
| Established | 2019 |
| Known for | Lake Michigan dunes and beaches |
| Local time | 8:28 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | May, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Indiana Dunes National Park is a national park in Indiana. Indiana Dunes National Park is a US national park known for Lake Michigan dunes and beaches.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in Indiana Dunes National Park with clear. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 53°F to 75°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Indiana Dunes National Park is May, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 81°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 20°F.
The closest major airport is O'Hare International Airport (ORD), about 49 mi away. Nearby highlights include Starved Rock State Park and Lake Michigan.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 75°F is 2.9°F below the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Indiana Dunes National Park today at 9.9/10. 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 Indiana Dunes National Park 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 | 30° | 20° | 3,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 40° | 26° | 1,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 34° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 60° | 43° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 67° | 51° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 78° | 63° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 81° | 67° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 78° | 65° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 75° | 60° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 64° | 50° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 50° | 39° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 39° | 29° | 3,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Indiana Dunes National Park?
Indiana Dunes National Park is a national park in Indiana. Its coordinates are 41.6533, -87.0524. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Indiana Dunes National Park right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with clear. Humidity is 89% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Indiana Dunes National Park?
May, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Indiana Dunes National Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Indiana Dunes National Park in?
Indiana Dunes National Park observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 8:28 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Indiana Dunes National Park?
The closest airports are O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 49 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Indiana Dunes National Park?
Popular options include Starved Rock State Park and Lake Michigan.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - 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 25, 2026 at 8:28 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
