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Lansing (IL) Climate by Month

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 day and 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 averages reaching -8°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

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.

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

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.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (55 KM, 34 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (55 KM, 34 Miles).

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:
  • When is summer in Lansing?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Lansing?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Lansing?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 0°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Lansing?
    August tops the wettest month list with 126 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Lansing?
    November is the driest month with 56 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Lansing?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 319 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Lansing (IL)

    Sat   Nov 23
    6°C | 2°C
    W 14 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    11°C | 2°C
    S 18 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    10°C | 0°C
    NW 18 km/h
    0.5 mm
    overcast and  chance of slight rain

    overcast and chance of slight rain