What is the weather like in Chicago vs Houston in August?

In August, Chicago averages 28°C high / 20°C low with about 78 mm of rain; Houston averages 35°C high / 26°C low with about 189 mm.

Chicago vs Houston in August

Chicago is the better pick in August — 81 vs 48 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chicago is hot, a little rain, while Houston is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.

Chicago vs Houston — August climate, side by side

	Chicago	Houston
Comfort score	81/100 (A)	48/100 (F)
Feels-like high	31°C	41°C
Avg high / low	28° / 20°	35° / 26°
Rainfall	78 mm	189 mm
Rainy days	8	10
Humidity	74%	77%
Air quality (AQI)	56	65

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

Chicago vs Houston in August — FAQ

Is August better in Chicago or Houston?: Chicago is the better pick in August — 81 vs 48 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chicago is hot, a little rain, while Houston is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Chicago vs Houston in August?: In August, Chicago averages 28°C high / 20°C low with about 78 mm of rain; Houston averages 35°C high / 26°C low with about 189 mm.