🇺🇸 Chicago vs Quebec City 🇨🇦

Chicago, United States vs Quebec City, Canada — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Chicago is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. Chicago is drier, with roughly 20 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Chicago🇨🇦 Quebec City
Avg annual high14°C10°C
Hottest monthJuly (26°C)July (25°C)
Coldest monthFebruary (-7°C low)January (-15°C low)
Rainy days / year194214
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Best months to visitMay, June, SeptemberJune, August, September

🇺🇸 Chicago

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

🇨🇦 Quebec City

Best around June, August, September. Hottest in July (25°C), coldest lows in January (-15°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Chicago or Quebec City warmer?

Chicago is warmer overall, averaging about 4 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Chicago or Quebec City?

Quebec City is rainier — Chicago sees about 20 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Chicago vs Quebec City?

Chicago is best around May, June, September; Quebec City is best around June, August, September.

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