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Chicago Weather in October

Averages By Month

October Overview


Fall in Chicago can be very pleasant as temperature highs can still reach 62°F (17°C). The sun shines for 6 hours each day on average but it does also rain a bit with 7 rainy days on average for the month. Temperatures can then drop to 50°F (10°C) - so bringing jackets and sweaters is a must. The Lake Michigan water has now started to cool down again and measures 61°F (16°C).

Less of a crowd and still pleasant weather makes October a great time to visit Chicago. Sightseeing couldn’t be more enjoyable at any other time. But the Navy Pier and the Lincoln Park Zoo, for example, have reduced hours of operation. Movie lovers take note as October is the month of the Chicago Film Festival and runners (or spectators), get ready for the Chicago Marathon.


High and Low Temperature in October °F

Water Temperature in October °F

Current Weather Chicago

64°F moderate rain
Local Time

Hourly 10 Days

Averages Chicago

  J F M A M J J A S O N D

High °F

32° 36° 45° 56° 66° 77° 82° 81° 74° 62° 50° 37°

Low °F

22° 26° 34° 43° 53° 63° 70° 70° 62° 50° 39° 27°

Sun

4 5 6 7 9 10 10 9 8 6 4 3

Rain days

5 7 5 7 7 9 6 6 5 7 4 7

Water °F

40° 37° 36° 37° 39° 46° 68° 72° 68° 61° 50° 43°


Chicago Weather by Month

Best Time to Visit Chicago

Weatherwise, any time between May and October is a good time to visit ChicagoSpring and fall aren’t too warm with temperatures ranging from anything between the 30s F (0s C) and the 70s F (20s C) making it ideal for exploring the city.

Summers do get really summery and warm with highs reaching the low 80s F (high 20s C). Between July and September is also the time you want to visit Chicago if you would like to take a swim in Lake Michigan too.

Winters are best to visit to save on accomodation but it does get chilly with temperatures around the freezing point, cold winds and snowfall of up to 11 inches (27 cm).

Things to know about Chicago

Plan a city trip to Chicago because it doesn’t always have to be NYC that’s front of mind for a city break! For anyone into art and architecture, Chicago, as the city of birth of the skyscraper, has so much to offer and can compare itself without doubt to NYC in this regard. Starting with Chicago’s location, it’s simply unique how much Lake Michigan resembles the sea and spreads out in front of the US’s third largest city. So you can enjoy some summer vacation feeling on the beach or the pier during your city trip.

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