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

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 (84°F) in July to a very cold 0°C (32°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 18°C (64°F) in July to -8°C (18°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Lansing has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1081 mm (43 in) 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 (5 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 10 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, November, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 56 mm (2.2 in) 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

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.

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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 Lansing.

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