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North Chicago (IL) Climate by Month

The temperature in North Chicago can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to very cold. It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in North Chicago. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -1°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -9°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, North Chicago has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 965 mm of rain/snowfall annually. North Chicago can be quite wet during April, receiving approximately 105 mm of precipitation over 13 rainy days. In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 43 mm of snowfall, spread across 10 snowy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

North Chicago can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 3.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (38 KM, 23 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (38 KM, 23 Miles).

The best time of year to visit North Chicago in the United States of America

During the months of June 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 winter in North Chicago?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in North Chicago?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in North Chicago?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in North Chicago?
    April tops the wettest month list with 105 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in North Chicago?
    January is the driest month with 43 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in North Chicago?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 319 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for North Chicago (IL)

    Sat   Nov 23
    7°C | 2°C
    W 14 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    9°C | 2°C
    SE 14 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    10°C | -1°C
    NW 22 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain