Best time to visit Chicago

Q: When is the best time to visit Chicago?

The best time to visit Chicago is June based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Chicago?

The hottest time of year in Chicago is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 29°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Chicago?

In terms of rainfall, July is usually the wettest month in Chicago with 100mm on average. There are normally 10 days in July with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Chicago?

The sunniest time of year in Chicago is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 69% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Chicago?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Chicago in August when the water temperature reaches 21°C.

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When is the best time to visit Chicago?

The best time to visit Chicago is June based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Which is the hottest month in Chicago?

The hottest time of year in Chicago is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 29°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Chicago?

In terms of rainfall, July is usually the wettest month in Chicago with 100mm on average. There are normally 10 days in July with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Chicago?

The sunniest time of year in Chicago is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 69% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Chicago?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Chicago in August when the water temperature reaches 21°C.