Overview
Paxton (pop. 4,525 at the 2000 census) is a city and county seat of Ford County in Central Illinois.
1 places to stay
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Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 86°F; winter lows dip to about 18°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: May and Apr. (climate data from nearby Peoria)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- CMI University of Illinois Willard Airport, Savoy — 30 mi away. Directions
- BMI Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal, Bloomington/Normal — 43 mi away. Directions
- MDW Chicago Midway International Airport, Chicago — 93 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
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Food for you
What to ask about, for your diet
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Sleep
Stay Paxton Inn Motel
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