Elgin (IL) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Elgin, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in July to a very cold -1°C (30°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 17°C (63°F) in July to -10°C (14°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Elgin experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1046 mm (41 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Elgin bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives high rainfall, with an average of 125 mm (4.9 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 11 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 45 mm (1.8 in) over 11 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Elgin Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Elgin, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.6 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.6 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Elgin.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 76%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 64%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year