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Retirement Living In Central Illinois
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Get away from in all in this friendly walkable community nestled between rich farmlands to the north and deeply wooded hills to the south. Live in town or choose a more secluded setting only minutes from town. Three nearby recreational lakes offer opportunities for boating and fishing. The community offers many public parks with hiking and biking trails. Hunt for deer, wild turkey, and pheasant in season. Excellent health care is available through Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center. Eastern Illinois University, a medium sized State University, and Lake Land Community College provide cultural and educational opportunities along with access to sporting events. High quality volunteer opportunities abound. Ideal for retirees. Low cost of living. Four gorgeous seasons to experience.
Includes Cities/Towns: Charleston, Mattoon.
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, Carle Hospital & Clinic,
What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Central Illinois?
For those of you that retire in Central Illinois, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!
Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the low 30's and highs in the upper 30's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 20's. Expect some rainy days in the winter. Assume a few days of snow with some days having snow remaining on the ground.
Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the mid 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring.
Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the mid 70's and highs in the mid 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the mid 60's. Expect some days above 90°. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the summer.
If you retire in Central Illinois, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the mid 50's and highs in the mid 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 40's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.
Monthly Temperature Ranges
Month
Low
Avg
High
Jan
20
F°
28
F°
35
F°
Feb
24
F°
32
F°
40
F°
Mar
33
F°
43
F°
52
F°
Apr
44
F°
54
F°
64
F°
May
54
F°
64
F°
74
F°
Jun
63
F°
73
F°
83
F°
Jul
66
F°
76
F°
86
F°
Aug
64
F°
74
F°
85
F°
Sep
56
F°
67
F°
79
F°
Oct
45
F°
56
F°
66
F°
Nov
35
F°
44
F°
52
F°
Dec
24
F°
31
F°
39
F°
Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days
Month
Days Greater Than 90 F°
Days Less Than 32 F°
Days Less Than 0 F°
Jan
0
26
2
Feb
0
22
1
Mar
0
15
0
Apr
0
3
0
May
0
0
0
Jun
4
0
0
Jul
7
0
0
Aug
6
0
0
Sep
2
0
0
Oct
0
2
0
Nov
0
12
0
Dec
0
23
1
Rain & Humidity
Month
Rainfall
Rainy Days
Humidity
Jan
2
"
9
22
%
Feb
2
"
8
26
%
Mar
3
"
10
33
%
Apr
4
"
11
42
%
May
4
"
12
53
%
Jun
4
"
10
62
%
Jul
4
"
9
67
%
Aug
3
"
8
65
%
Sep
3
"
7
57
%
Oct
3
"
9
45
%
Nov
4
"
10
36
%
Dec
3
"
10
27
%
Snow
Month
Snowfall
Snow On Ground Days
Snowy Days
Jan
6
"
10
4
Feb
4
"
6
2
Mar
2
"
2
1
Apr
0
"
0
0
May
0
"
0
0
Jun
0
"
0
0
Jul
0
"
0
0
Aug
0
"
0
0
Sep
0
"
0
0
Oct
0
"
0
0
Nov
1
"
0
0
Dec
4
"
7
3
Natural Disaster Areas
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Floods
Tornadoes
Volcanoes
Cost of Living for
Central Illinois
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Senior Assistance in
Central Illinois
Central Illinois offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
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