Question 1

How much rain did Des Plaines, IL 60018 get in the last 24 hours?

Accepted Answer

Precip measured 0.06" of rain in Des Plaines, IL 60018 over the last 24 hours (full day Sat, Oct 31: 0.02"). Totals come from Precip's radar-based virtual rain gauge and update hourly.

Question 2

What is the year-to-date rainfall total for Des Plaines, IL 60018 in 2026?

Accepted Answer

So far in 2026, Des Plaines, IL 60018 has received 37.51" of precipitation according to Precip, compared to the 30-year normal to date of 33.34" (12.5% above average). Recent monthly totals: July: 6.32" (normal 3.76"); August: 3.71" (normal 3.97"); September: 4.28" (normal 3.29"); October: 2.28" (normal 3.38").

Question 3

How much rain did Des Plaines, IL 60018 get in the past 7 days?

Accepted Answer

Precip measured 0.10" of rain in Des Plaines, IL 60018 over the past 7 days.

Question 4

When did it last rain in Des Plaines, IL 60018?

Accepted Answer

The most recent rain event in Des Plaines, IL 60018 ended 8 hours ago, dropping 0.06" as measured by Precip.

Question 5

How are rainfall totals for Des Plaines, IL 60018 measured?

Accepted Answer

Precip combines Doppler radar, satellite imagery, and ground station data with AI to measure rainfall for any point — a virtual rain gauge for Des Plaines, IL 60018 accurate to roughly 800 meters and updated every hour.

Month	2026 Total	30-Yr Normal	vs. Normal
January	2.55"	2.00"	+0.55" (+27%)
February	0.28"	1.90"	−1.62" (−85%)
March	4.79"	2.33"	+2.46" (+105%)
April	7.13"	3.77"	+3.36" (+89%)
May	1.44"	4.57"	−3.13" (−68%)
June	4.73"	4.35"	+0.37" (+9%)
July	6.32"	3.76"	+2.55" (+68%)
August	3.71"	3.97"	−0.26" (−7%)
September	4.28"	3.29"	+0.99" (+30%)
October	2.28"	3.38"	−1.10" (−33%)
2026 YTD Total	37.51"	33.34"	+4.17" (12.5% above average)

Rainfall Totals Last 24 Hours in Des Plaines, IL 60018

0.06" of rain in Des Plaines, IL 60018 in the last 24 hours

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