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Chicago in February

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Chicago are June, July, August and September. In February, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
-3°C
Rainfall
24 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In February, Chicago is typically cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around -3°C with about 24mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Chicago in February

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Fisk Generating Station
The Fisk Generating Station, also known as Fisk Street Generating Station or Fisk Station, is an inactive medium-size, coal-fired electric generating station located at 1111 West C
Local food tour of Chicago
Taste the signature dishes of Chicago.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Chicago in February: FAQ

Is February a good time to visit Chicago?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Chicago's best months are generally June, July, August and September.

What is the weather like in Chicago in February?+

Expect average temperatures around -3°C. Rainfall averages about 24mm for the month. In short, cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Chicago in February?+

Based on the typical February weather: cold, pack a proper winter coat, hat and gloves; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Chicago in February?+

Popular things to do include Fisk Generating Station, Local food tour of Chicago and Central market & street-food lunch. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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