Escape The Heat At These Evanston Cooling Centers

EVANSTON, IL — Extreme heat is expected to bake the Chicagoland starting Saturday, with highs well into the 90s and peak afternoon temperatures of up to 105 degrees likely.

The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat warning in Cook County and a heat advisory in the surrounding areas. Conditions are expected to get dangerously hot and humid from Saturday to Monday, forecasters said.

(1/2) Here are the latest details on the anticipated first heat wave of the summer this weekend into early next week. Warm nights will provide little relief, especially in more urban areas. pic.twitter.com/AaqC3j58hh
— NWS Chicago (@NWSChicago) June 20, 2025

"The magnitude of anticipated heat, combined with oppressive warmth at night will lead to hazardous conditions, particularly for the elderly and those with pre-existing health conditions," the weather service said.

For those looking to escape the heat and remain safe from the weather, Evanston operates cooling centers at the following locations:

• Robert Crown Community Center – 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Fleetwood Jourdain Community Center – 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Levy Senior Center – 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Evanston Public Library – Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

See related: Chicago Area Heat Wave: How Hot It Could Get