Vol. I · No. 015
Travel·Scape
Travel Planning
🇺🇸 United States

Best Time to Visit Chicago

Month-by-month comfort scores, seasonal highlights, and expert travel timing for Chicago, United States.

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Best Months to Visit

Rank Month Avg Temp Precip Comfort
#1 August 22.7°C 110mm 96
#2 September 19.7°C 98mm 95
#3 June 20.3°C 130mm 88
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12-Month Comfort Guide

Jan 48 Feb 49 Mar 61 Apr 71 May 76 Jun 88 Jul 87 Aug 96 Sep 95 Oct 73 Nov 66 Dec 57
Best Shoulder Avoid
January Avoid
-3.8°C · 60mm
Score 48
February Avoid
-3.4°C · 69mm
Score 49
March Shoulder
2.5°C · 80mm
Score 61
April Shoulder
8.0°C · 105mm
Score 71
May Shoulder
14.3°C · 130mm
Score 76
June Best
20.3°C · 130mm
Score 88
July Shoulder
22.8°C · 139mm
Score 87
August Best
22.7°C · 110mm
Score 96
September Best
19.7°C · 98mm
Score 95
October Shoulder
12.6°C · 129mm
Score 73
November Shoulder
4.9°C · 59mm
Score 66
December Avoid
0.6°C · 64mm
Score 57
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Seasonal Overview

Spring
8.3°C · 105mm/mo

Spring is cool and wet.

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Summer
21.9°C · 126mm/mo

Summer is warm and wet.

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Autumn
12.4°C · 95mm/mo

Autumn is mild and wet.

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Winter
-2.2°C · 64mm/mo

Winter is cold and relatively dry.

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Monthly Detail Pages

January February March April May June July August September October November December
Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the best month to visit Chicago?
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By comfort score, August is the best month to visit Chicago (score: 96). Expect average temperatures of 22.7°C and 110mm of precipitation.

02 When does it rain most in Chicago?
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January sees the heaviest rainfall in Chicago (60mm). Pack a compact umbrella and waterproof footwear if you visit then.

03 What is Chicago like in summer?
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Summer in Chicago averages 21.9°C with 126mm of rain per month. Conditions are warm and pleasant.

04 What is Chicago like in winter?
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Winter averages -2.2°C with 64mm per month. Bring heavy winter clothing.

05 What should I pack for Chicago?
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A compact umbrella or rain jacket is essential year-round. Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are the main essentials.

06 What is the peak tourist season in Chicago?
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Peak season falls in August, September, June. For fewer crowds, consider visiting in July, May, October.

Sources
Open-Meteo
Updated
2026-01-01