🇺🇸 Chicago vs Jasper 🇨🇦

Chicago, United States vs Jasper, Canada — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Chicago is the warmer of the two — about 6 degrees warmer on average across the year. Chicago is drier, with roughly 45 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Chicago🇨🇦 Jasper
Avg annual high14°C8°C
Hottest monthJuly (26°C)July (22°C)
Coldest monthFebruary (-7°C low)December (-14°C low)
Rainy days / year194239
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Best months to visitMay, June, SeptemberJune, July, August

🇺🇸 Chicago

Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (26°C), coldest lows in February (-7°C).

🇨🇦 Jasper

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (22°C), coldest lows in December (-14°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Chicago or Jasper warmer?

Chicago is warmer overall, averaging about 6 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Chicago or Jasper?

Jasper is rainier — Chicago sees about 45 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Chicago vs Jasper?

Chicago is best around May, June, September; Jasper is best around June, July, August.

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