🇺🇸 Chicago vs Toronto 🇨🇦

Chicago, United States vs Toronto, Canada — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Chicago is the warmer of the two — about 1 degree warmer on average across the year. Toronto is drier, with roughly 57 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Chicago🇨🇦 Toronto
Avg annual high14°C13°C
Hottest monthJuly (26°C)July (27°C)
Coldest monthFebruary (-7°C low)January (-7°C low)
Rainy days / year194137
SnowRareYes
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).

🇨🇦 Toronto

Best around June, August, September. Hottest in July (27°C), coldest lows in January (-7°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Chicago or Toronto warmer?

Chicago is warmer overall, averaging about 1 degree higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Chicago or Toronto?

Chicago is rainier — Toronto sees about 57 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Chicago vs Toronto?

Chicago is best around May, June, September; Toronto is best around June, August, September.

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