🇺🇸 Chicago vs Winnipeg 🇨🇦

Chicago, United States vs Winnipeg, Canada — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Chicago is the warmer of the two — about 5 degrees warmer on average across the year. Winnipeg is drier, with roughly 28 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Chicago🇨🇦 Winnipeg
Avg annual high14°C9°C
Hottest monthJuly (26°C)July (26°C)
Coldest monthFebruary (-7°C low)February (-20°C low)
Rainy days / year194166
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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).

🇨🇦 Winnipeg

Best around June, August, September. Hottest in July (26°C), coldest lows in February (-20°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Chicago or Winnipeg warmer?

Chicago is warmer overall, averaging about 5 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Chicago or Winnipeg?

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

When is the best time to visit Chicago vs Winnipeg?

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

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