Chicago Weather in November 2026: what to expect (4.1/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in November

Autumn marks the end of peak season in Chicago. Temperatures drop (9.0°C) and rain returns (26.0% of days). Expect rain on 26.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

November ranks 8 out of 12 months in Chicago. Compared to October: −8°C daytime, 12 pts fewer rainy days, −2.4h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in November

UV index

2 · low

no protection needed

Feels like

dry air

1°

Daylight

9.6h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 22

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Is November the right month?

The best month in Chicago is July (8.4/10), 4.3 pts higher than November.

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Context

Our verdict

Chicago is America's 3rd city, capital of the Midwest, a major architectural city (where the skyscraper was invented in 1885). July is my favourite month (8.6/10): 19-27°C, 40% rain in storms, festivals (Lollapalooza late July, Taste of Chicago), terraces and Lake Michigan beaches.

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.

Country · USA

🗣️LanguageEnglish

💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)

🚗DrivingRight-hand

🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5

💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate

📈Climate trend ⓘStable

🔥Hottest monthJuly · 27°C

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 1°C

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘApril · 46%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August

☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round

🚇Public transportGood

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Location

Where is Chicago ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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Temperate climate with a 8.4 → 1.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

41.88°N · 87.63°W

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Chicago?

July is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 19.0°C lows, 10.3h of sunshine and 40.0% rainy days. The months of July & June offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Chicago get in July?

Chicago averages 10.3 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.9/10.

What is the rainiest month in Chicago?

January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Chicago in July?

In July, overnight lows reach 19.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.

Is Chicago good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Chicago scores 1.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 7.9/10.

When should you avoid Chicago?

January is the most difficult month to visit Chicago, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.

Do you need sun protection in Chicago in November?

The average UV index reaches 2 in November in Chicago (low), with about 9.6h of daylight. No protection needed.