Cave-in-Rock & Ohio River, IL

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The broad entrance of Cave-in-Rock opening toward the Ohio River
The broad entrance of Cave-in-Rock opening toward the Ohio River — Photo by K. P. Reed, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Today’s Forecast:

☁
71°F
High: 73° | Low: 55°
Current Temperature
Partly Cloudy
Station: KHSB
Observed at: 5:35 pm CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: 47%
This Afternoon:Partly sunny. High near 73, with temperatures falling to around 71 in the afternoon. North northeast wind around 3 mph.
Tonight:Mostly cloudy. Low around 55, with temperatures rising to around 57 overnight. Northeast wind around 2 mph.
Sunday:Sunny. High near 74, with temperatures falling to around 72 in the afternoon. North northeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for hiking. High near 66°F. Low rain risk (3%).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 100/100
Excellent for hiking. High near 74°F. Low rain risk (2%).

⛺ Camping

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for camping. High near 66°F. Low rain risk (3%).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 100/100
Excellent for camping. High near 74°F. Low rain risk (2%).

🐟 Fishing

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for fishing. High near 66°F. Low rain risk (3%).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 100/100
Excellent for fishing. High near 74°F. Low rain risk (2%).

About Cave-in-Rock & Ohio River

This page connects the cave, park paths, campground, ferry landing and immediate Ohio River shoreline, where exposure and operating notices matter as much as the regional forecast.

Planning an Outing

A workable outing depends on Ohio River stage, ferry suspension, flooded shoreline, cave slipperiness, fog, heat, lightning and winter ice. Match the forecast to the chosen access rather than assuming every component operates alike.

Weather Tips

  • Across a cave-and-ferry riverbank, compare wind direction with open-water fetch; short, steep waves can build before rain arrives.
  • For this a cave-and-ferry riverbank, read the gauge trend and upstream rainfall because current and floating debris can change after local skies clear.
  • Before camping at a cave-and-ferry riverbank, confirm loops, water service and gate hours with the managing agency.
  • The Ohio River is not presented as a casual paddling corridor; ferry status must be checked separately.

Nearby Towns and Areas

  • Cave-in-Rock State Park
  • Cave-in-Rock Ferry
  • Ohio River
  • Cave-in-Rock Lodge
  • Elizabethtown
  • Rosiclare

Adjust the Day to the Forecast

Move to shore or a short protected trail when wind, waves, flow or access is unsuitable; otherwise, delay campsite setup until warned wind or lightning passes.

7-Day Forecast

☁
71°F
High: 73° | Low: 55°
Current Temperature
Partly Cloudy
Station: KHSB
Observed at: 5:35 pm CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: 47%
Sat ⛅
73° 55°
2%
Sun ☀
74° 50°
2%
Mon ☀
75° 53°
0%
Tue ☀
81° 63°
0%
Wed ⛅
84° 68°
12%
Thu 🌧
81° 65°
37%
Fri 🌧
77° 62°
48%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

73° Sat 74° Sun 75° Mon 81° Tue 84° Wed 81° Thu 77° Fri

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

55° Sat 50° Sun 53° Mon 63° Tue 68° Wed 65° Thu 62° Fri

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 100 Sat 100 Sun 100 Mon 20 Tue 20 Wed 19 Thu 80 Fri
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: September 26, 2026 6:05 pm CDT

Weather by Season

Winter

Freeze-thaw cycles leave shaded parts of this a cave-and-ferry riverbank icy while exposed ground softens; verify roads and gates after storms.

Spring

Basin-wide rain can raise water and move debris through this a cave-and-ferry riverbank; low access may remain closed after the crest.

Summer

Afternoon wind and lightning can end a water window on this a cave-and-ferry riverbank; warm water may also bring advisories.

Fall

Cold water arrives before winter air on this a cave-and-ferry riverbank; stronger fronts shorten launch windows and seasonal facilities reduce hours.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Local climate: This local planning area has an annual average temperature about 57–60°F, receives roughly 45–50 inches of precipitation and records usually under 10 inches, with some winters receiving little measurable accumulation.
  • Wettest season: Spring, when thunderstorms and river flooding become more frequent.
  • Driest season: Late summer or early fall.
  • Annual average temperature: About 57–60°f.
  • Annual snowfall: Usually under 10 inches, with some winters receiving little measurable accumulation.