Chicago vs Great Smoky Mountains National Park in August

Chicago is the better pick in August — 81 vs 76 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chicago is hot, a little rain, while Great Smoky Mountains National Park is warm, soaked, clean air.

Chicago vs Great Smoky Mountains National ParkAugust climate, side by side

ChicagoGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
Comfort score81/100 (A)76/100 (B)
Feels-like high31°C27°C
Avg high / low28° / 20°25° / 16°
Rainfall78 mm191 mm
Rainy days813
Humidity74%81%
Air quality (AQI)5647

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

Chicago vs Great Smoky Mountains National Park in August — FAQ

Is August better in Chicago or Great Smoky Mountains National Park?
Chicago is the better pick in August — 81 vs 76 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chicago is hot, a little rain, while Great Smoky Mountains National Park is warm, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Chicago vs Great Smoky Mountains National Park in August?
In August, Chicago averages 28°C high / 20°C low with about 78 mm of rain; Great Smoky Mountains National Park averages 25°C high / 16°C low with about 191 mm.