Chicago Weather Forecast

Weather & climate in Chicago

Chicago lies in United States at about 41.88° latitude, -87.63° longitude, in the Northern Hemisphere. Its warm temperate climate is four distinct seasons — warm-to-hot summers and cool winters.The warmest months are generally June to August and the coolest December to February. The city runs onAmerica/Chicago time (UTC-5), and every forecast above is shown in that local time.

Frequently asked questions

What is the climate like in Chicago?

Chicago sits at roughly 41.88°, -87.63° in the Northern Hemisphere, giving it a warm temperate climate — four distinct seasons — warm-to-hot summers and cool winters. Weather Pal shows the live conditions and full forecast above.

When is the warmest time of year in Chicago?

Because Chicago is in the Northern Hemisphere, its warmest months typically fall around June to August, while the coolest stretch is usually December to February.

What time zone is Chicago in?

Chicago keeps America/Chicago time (UTC-5). All forecast times on this page are shown in the city's local time, not your device's.

How accurate is the Chicago forecast?

The hourly and 10-day forecast for Chicago is refreshed continuously from professional meteorological models, alongside real-time air quality and any active severe-weather alerts.