Lansing (IL) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Lansing experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from warm days
to very cold weather.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Lansing is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in July to a very cold 0°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -8°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Lansing has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1081 mm of rain/snowfall per year. The seasons in Lansing, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives high rainfall, with an average of 126 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 10 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, November, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 56 mm over 8 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Lansing Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Lansing, 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. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Lansing.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 76%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 64%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Lansing 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:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 0°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 126 mm of rainfall.
November is the driest month with 56 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 319 hours of sunshine.
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