Chicago weather in November
November in Chicago averages 49°F by day and 35°F at night, with 2.4 inches of precipitation and 1.5 inches of snow. It is the 8th-warmest and 8th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 49°F-14° vs October
- Average low
- 35°F11 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 2.4 in5 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 1.5 in0 days at 90°F+
Is November a good time to visit Chicago?
November is cool, with highs around 49°F. The most comfortable months overall are May to October.
What to do in Chicago in November
Mix it up: Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park, Field Museum of Natural History, Kenneth C. Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. All things to do in Chicago.
On November 15 the sun rises at 6:40 am and sets at 4:29 pm, giving 9h 49m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for Chicago in November
- Long sleeves, a warm jacket and closed shoes
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
November nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 49°F | 35°F | 2.4 in | |
| Cicero, IL | 4 mi | 49°F | 35°F | 2.4 in |
| Evanston, IL | 14 mi | 48°F | 34°F | 2.4 in |
| Hammond, IN | 20 mi | 48°F | 31°F | 3.0 in |
| Arlington Heights, IL | 22 mi | 48°F | 34°F | 2.4 in |
| Naperville, IL | 24 mi | 50°F | 32°F | 2.8 in |
| Schaumburg, IL | 24 mi | 48°F | 34°F | 2.4 in |
Warmer places in November
Big cities with comfortable November highs between 68°F and 86°F:
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Chicago in November?
In November, Chicago averages a high of 49°F and a low of 35°F, with 2.4 inches of precipitation and 1.5 inches of snow (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is November a good time to visit Chicago?
November is cool to cold in Chicago, with average highs of 49°F. Pack warm layers.
Does it snow in Chicago in November?
Yes. November averages 1.5 inches of snow.
Before and after: Chicago in October and Chicago in December. All twelve months: Chicago weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Chicago Midway Airport, IL, 5.6 miles from the city center; snowfall from Chicago Midway Airport 3Sw, IL.