Chicago
A skyline you see properly from a boat on the river that runs through the middle of it, deep-dish pizza that's really a casserole in disguise, and a lakefront that pretends to be a beach in July.
The best time to visit Chicago is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 28°C (82°F). Local time there is 18:35 (UTC-5).
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The year at a glance
June · high 27°C · rain 107mm · 15.2h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C32°F | 64mm2.5in | 9.4h9.4h | |
| February | 2°C35°F | 65mm2.6in | 10.5h10.5h | |
| March | 9°C48°F | 92mm3.6in | 11.8h11.8h | |
| April | 14°C57°F | 100mm3.9in | 13.3h13.3h | |
| May | 20°C68°F | 132mm5.2in | 14.5h14.5h | |
| June | 27°C80°F | 107mm4.2in | 15.2h15.2h | in the recommended window |
| July | 28°C83°F | 140mm5.5in | 14.9h14.9h | in the recommended window |
| August | 28°C82°F | 91mm3.6in | 13.9h13.9h | in the recommended window |
| September | 24°C75°F | 117mm4.6in | 12.4h12.4h | in the recommended window |
| October | 16°C61°F | 118mm4.6in | 11.0h11.0h | |
| November | 9°C48°F | 43mm1.7in | 9.7h9.7h | |
| December | 5°C41°F | 67mm2.6in | 9.1h9.1h |
Good to know
- Currency
- USDUnited States dollar
- Language
- English
- Driving
- on the right
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When is the best time to visit Chicago?
The best time to visit Chicago is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 28°C (82°F).
How warm does Chicago get?
Typical daytime highs in Chicago are Mar–May 14°C (58°F), Jun–Aug 28°C (82°F), Sep–Nov 16°C (62°F), Dec–Feb 2°C (36°F).
Is Chicago expensive?
On the ground, Chicago is middling.
What sort of trip is Chicago good for?
Chicago is good for history and culture, food and drink, bucket-list trips.
How rainy is Chicago?
The wettest month in Chicago is July at 140mm (5.5in), the driest November at 43mm (1.7in), with a monthly average of 95mm (3.7in).
What plug do I need for Chicago?
Chicago uses type A, B sockets at 120 V.
