🇺🇸 Chicago vs Lake Louise 🇨🇦
Chicago, United States vs Lake Louise, Canada — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Chicago is the warmer of the two — about 9 degrees warmer on average across the year. Chicago is drier, with roughly 39 fewer rainy days a year.
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Climate at a glance
| 🇺🇸 Chicago | 🇨🇦 Lake Louise | |
|---|---|---|
| Avg annual high | 14°C | 5°C |
| Hottest month | July · 26°C | July · 20°C |
| Coldest month | February (-7°C low) | December (-15°C low) |
| Rainy days / year | 194 | 233 |
| Snow | Rare | Rare |
| Best months to visit | May, June, September | June, July, August |
🇺🇸 Chicago
Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (26°C), coldest lows in February (-7°C).
🇨🇦 Lake Louise
Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (20°C), coldest lows in December (-15°C).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Lake Louise warmer?
Chicago is warmer overall, averaging about 9 degrees higher across the year.
Which is rainier, Chicago or Lake Louise?
Lake Louise is rainier — Chicago sees about 39 fewer rainy days per year.
When is the best time to visit Chicago vs Lake Louise?
Chicago is best around May, June, September; Lake Louise is best around June, July, August.
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