🇺🇸 Chicago vs Sisimiut 🇬🇱

Chicago, United States vs Sisimiut, Greenland — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Chicago is the warmer of the two — about 15 degrees warmer on average across the year. Sisimiut is drier, with roughly 28 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Chicago🇬🇱 Sisimiut
Avg annual high14°C-1°C
Hottest monthJuly (26°C)July (11°C)
Coldest monthFebruary (-7°C low)February (-20°C low)
Rainy days / year194166
SnowRareRare
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).

🇬🇱 Sisimiut

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (11°C), coldest lows in February (-20°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Chicago or Sisimiut warmer?

Chicago is warmer overall, averaging about 15 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Chicago or Sisimiut?

Chicago is rainier — Sisimiut sees about 28 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Chicago vs Sisimiut?

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

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