Chicago vs Gateway Arch National Park in September

Chicago is the better pick in September — 91 vs 81 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chicago is warm, a little rain, clean air, while Gateway Arch National Park is hot, rainy, clean air.

Chicago vs Gateway Arch National Park — September climate, side by side

🇺🇸 Chicago🇺🇸 Gateway Arch National Park
Comfort score91/100 (S)81/100 (A)
Feels-like high25°C30°C
Avg high / low25° / 17°29° / 15°
Rainfall63 mm89 mm
Rainy days75
Humidity73%67%
Air quality (AQI)4550

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

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Chicago vs Gateway Arch National Park in September — FAQ

Is September better in Chicago or Gateway Arch National Park?
Chicago is the better pick in September — 91 vs 81 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chicago is warm, a little rain, clean air, while Gateway Arch National Park is hot, rainy, clean air.
What is the weather like in Chicago vs Gateway Arch National Park in September?
In September, Chicago averages 25°C high / 17°C low with about 63 mm of rain; Gateway Arch National Park averages 29°C high / 15°C low with about 89 mm.