November · United States
Best time to visit Chicago in November Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Chicago in November
Average temperature 7°C, 46 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
November score
6.0/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 7°C
- Rainfall
- 46 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
November in Chicago scores 6.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 7°C, 46 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lakefront architecture, deep-dish nights, and museum campuses peak May through September.
November in Chicago: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Expect 7°C (45°F) in November. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 46 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.6 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 6/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 8.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Chicago — 2.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chicago in November?
- In November, Chicago averages 7°C, 46 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.0/10.
- Is November a good time to visit Chicago?
- November earns a 6.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Chicago in November?
- Expect about 46 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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