August 31 is generally a great time to visit Chicago. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 25°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Chicago right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Chicago
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Connect
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Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Chicago Weather Forecast for August 31
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 25.1°C. 15% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Chicago in August
Based on historical data for August 31, Chicago typically experiences temperatures between 18.7°C and 25.1°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (15% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Chicago
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
25.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
18.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
25.9°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
15%
Avg 1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
45%
Overcast
Pressure
1016.9 hPa
Medium volatility
Chicago Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 90% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 17 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 26 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 43 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19.7°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
High
97/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~1,331
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Chicago
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:16
☀️ Noon
12:52
🌇 Sunset
19:28
⏱️ Daylight
13h 11m
Wind Speed
19.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Chicago
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Chicago on August 31 averages 25.1°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Chicago Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Chicago Worth Visiting on August 31?
Planning a trip to Chicago on August 31? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 25.1°C with a 15% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 1,331 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 31 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 30.1°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 14.3°C in 2023.