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Elgin Weather in July

Elgin in July sees high daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows of 17°C (63°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 116 mm (4.6 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Elgin in July

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 11 days of rain, averaging 116 mm (4.6 in). The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Elgin in July

Elgin in July gets highs of 29°C (84°F) during the day and drops to 17°C (63°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights drop to around 17°C (63°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable. On average, it is the warmest month of the year.

Sunshine in Elgin in July

The month enjoys around 319 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

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Elgin Temperature in July

Min Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
116 mm (4.6 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
68% *
Sunshine
319 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
69% *
* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (32 KM, 19 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Elgin in July

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in July. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Elgin in July

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    9/10
  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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