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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 | 4:59 PM (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 62°F (17°C) in Indiana Dunes National Park with mainly clear. It feels like 64°F. Today runs from 60°F to 71°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - 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 71°F is 6.8°F below the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Indiana Dunes National Park today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
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Coordinates: 41°39′11.9″N 87°3′8.6″W (41.6533, -87.0524)
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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 62°F (17°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 87% and wind is 3 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 4:59 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 24, 2026 at 4:59 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
