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Des Plaines (IL) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The climate in Des Plaines is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months to very cold in the cooler months. It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Des Plaines, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in July to a very cold -0°C in the coolest month, January.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -9°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Des Plaines experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1063 mm of precipitation annually. The climate in Des Plaines shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in June, with an average of 125 mm of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 49 mm of snowfall over 10 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Des Plaines Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Des Plaines serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 10.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 3.6 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Forecast for Des Plaines (IL)

Wed   Dec 25
4°C | 0°C
E 3 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

Thu   Dec 26
9°C | 2°C
S 4 m/s
0.2 mm
overcast and  chance of slight rain

overcast and chance of slight rain

Fri   Dec 27
10°C | 5°C
SE 5 m/s
2.4 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

The best time of year to visit Des Plaines in the United States of America

During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Des Plaines?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • When is winter in Des Plaines?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Des Plaines?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Des Plaines?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -0°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Des Plaines?
    June tops the wettest month list with 125 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Des Plaines?
    January is the driest month with 49 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Des Plaines?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 319 hours of sunshine.

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