Chicago vs Mammoth Cave National Park in August

Chicago is the better pick in August — 81 vs 59 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chicago is hot, a little rain, while Mammoth Cave National Park is sweltering, rainy.

Chicago vs Mammoth Cave National ParkAugust climate, side by side

ChicagoMammoth Cave National Park
Comfort score81/100 (A)59/100 (D)
Feels-like high31°C35°C
Avg high / low28° / 20°32° / 19°
Rainfall78 mm106 mm
Rainy days89
Humidity74%72%
Air quality (AQI)5655

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

Chicago vs Mammoth Cave National Park in August — FAQ

Is August better in Chicago or Mammoth Cave National Park?
Chicago is the better pick in August — 81 vs 59 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chicago is hot, a little rain, while Mammoth Cave National Park is sweltering, rainy.
What is the weather like in Chicago vs Mammoth Cave National Park in August?
In August, Chicago averages 28°C high / 20°C low with about 78 mm of rain; Mammoth Cave National Park averages 32°C high / 19°C low with about 106 mm.