🇺🇸 Chicago vs Whistler 🇨🇦

Chicago, United States vs Whistler, Canada — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Chicago is the warmer of the two — about 3 degrees warmer on average across the year. Chicago is drier, with roughly 34 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Chicago🇨🇦 Whistler
Avg annual high14°C11°C
Hottest monthJuly (26°C)August (24°C)
Coldest monthFebruary (-7°C low)February (-5°C low)
Rainy days / year194228
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Best months to visitMay, June, SeptemberJuly, August, September

🇺🇸 Chicago

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

🇨🇦 Whistler

Best around July, August, September. Hottest in August (24°C), coldest lows in February (-5°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Chicago or Whistler warmer?

Chicago is warmer overall, averaging about 3 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Chicago or Whistler?

Whistler is rainier — Chicago sees about 34 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Chicago vs Whistler?

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

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