Monthly climate guide
Chicago weather in November
With highs near 8°C (47°F) and lows around 3°C (37°F), November feels cool in Chicago. Rainfall averages about 59 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 7°C cooler than October and 5°C warmer than December.
What stands out in November
- Short daylight hours mean Willis Tower Skydeck is best seen around midday.
- It cools down fast from here: December is about 5°C cooler.
- November brings late autumn to Chicago.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
Avg high
8°C
47°F
Avg low
3°C
37°F
Rainfall
59 mm
some rain
Humidity
80%
relative
Sky
63%
cloud · often cloudy
Chicago weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / 31°F | -5°C / 22°F | 48 mm | 86% | 70% |
| February | 0°C / 32°F | -6°C / 22°F | 61 mm | 85% | 71% |
| March | 5°C / 40°F | -1°C / 30°F | 57 mm | 82% | 65% |
| April | 10°C / 49°F | 3°C / 38°F | 108 mm | 81% | 65% |
| May | 15°C / 60°F | 9°C / 49°F | 129 mm | 83% | 65% |
| June | 21°C / 70°F | 15°C / 59°F | 113 mm | 82% | 57% |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 20°C / 68°F | 93 mm | 79% | 47% |
| August | 25°C / 77°F | 20°C / 68°F | 95 mm | 76% | 46% |
| September | 22°C / 72°F | 17°C / 62°F | 85 mm | 77% | 48% |
| October | 15°C / 60°F | 10°C / 49°F | 107 mm | 78% | 59% |
| November | 8°C / 47°F | 3°C / 37°F | 59 mm | 80% | 63% |
| December | 3°C / 38°F | -1°C / 30°F | 53 mm | 85% | 73% |
What to pack for November
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is November a good time to visit Chicago?
Our Chicago guide recommends: May to June or September to October, avoiding the bitter winter cold and the most humid days of summer.
A river or lake architecture boat tour is one of the best ways to see the skyline that made Chicago famous for its buildings.
Best time to visit Chicago →Other United States cities in November
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Chicago in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Chicago?
November is cool in Chicago, with highs around 8°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Chicago in November?
Average highs are about 8°C (47°F) and average lows about 3°C (37°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Chicago in November?
Chicago typically gets around 59 mm of rain in November — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Chicago?
May to June or September to October, avoiding the bitter winter cold and the most humid days of summer.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Chicago (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.