Weather in Rochester, IL
Updated 2026-09-26 11:00 local time · ZIP codes 62563
Overcast
No government weather alerts were returned for this location at the latest update.
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62°9% rain3-day weather forecast
Weather details
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Weather insights for today
Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 14%).
It feels like 61°F with winds near 7 mph.
69°F, 10% rain chance and 4 mph wind.
Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 8 mph.
Current temperature is 65°F, wind 7 mph, rain chance up to 14%.
UV index is 3. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.
Local weather characteristics in Rochester
Illinois has four distinct seasons with hot, humid summers, cold winters, strong frontal changes and frequent spring and summer thunderstorms.
Rochester is part of the Midwest weather region. The forecast point is near 39.75°N latitude and 89.53°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.
Rochester weather today
Overcast and 65°F in Rochester, IL. Today's high is 69°F with a 12% rain chance. Winds are around 7 mph with gusts near 8 mph. Relative humidity is 50%, pressure is 30.17 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.
Tonight and tomorrow in Rochester
Sunrise is at 06:49 AM and sunset is at 06:49 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Sunny with a high near 76°F and a low near 58°F. The maximum rain chance is 36%.