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Chicago weather in July (Illinois, United States of America)

How's the weather trend in Chicago as July approaches? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The month of July in Chicago typically brings high temperatures and high rainfall. July is typically considered a summer month. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 29°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 19°C. This month features high temperatures, marking it as the warmest. Prepare with summer clothes and essentials to enjoy the sun to the fullest.

Precipitation

Chicago in July usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 115 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 11 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

With around 319 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chicago climate page with graphs.

 

Chicago, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 115 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 68%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 319 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 69%  

Where to go in the United States of America in July

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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