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North Chicago Weather in October

October in North Chicago brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 7°C (45°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 76 mm (3 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in North Chicago in October

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 11 days with rain, averaging 76 mm (3 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in North Chicago in October

In October, expect moderate temperatures in North Chicago, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in North Chicago in October

The city usually sees around 195 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and September typically offer the best weather for North Chicago.

North Chicago Temperature in October

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
76 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
68% *
Sunshine
195 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
56% *
* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (38 KM, 23 Miles).

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Best Places in the United States of America in October

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in October →

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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 North Chicago in October

Pack for changing conditions in North Chicago in October. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in North Chicago in October

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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