What June feels like in Chicago
In Chicago, June brings early summer. Warm daytime weather invites long lunches outside and evening strolls. Little changes after sunset — nights stay mild, only slightly below the daytime level. Some humidity hangs in the air, noticeable when the sun is strong.
Rain in Chicago in June
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 3. Each rainy day adds about 8.9 mm (0.4 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. Across the year Chicago averages about 8.5 mm per rainy day, so June is typical. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in June
In mid-June, sunrise is at about 5:14 am and sunset at about 8:27 pm (local time) — 15 h 12 min of daylight. Days are getting longer: 41 min more daylight than in mid-May. Measured sunshine covers about 78% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How June compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, June comes out as the 3rd warmest month in Chicago. Compared with May, afternoons are 6.3°C (11.3°F) warmer, with 3 mm less rain. Temperatures keep climbing into July. The next month's average high: 26.8°C (80.2°F).
Who June suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — pleasant for gardens, parks and riversides.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Chicago in June
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Chicago in June?
Expect around 24.5°C (76.1°F) in the afternoon and 17°C (62.6°F) at night, which most visitors would call warm.
Does it rain a lot in Chicago in June?
Quite a lot — 107 mm spread over about 12 days.
What should I wear in Chicago in June?
Based on the averages: rain protection and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is June or July better for visiting Chicago?
On our 12-month climate ranking, July comes out ahead (#2 of 12 vs #4). July is warmer and has fewer rainy days.