Chicago vs Nantucket in August

Nantucket is the better pick in August — 87 vs 81 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Nantucket is warm, a little rain, muggy air, while Chicago is hot, a little rain.

Chicago vs NantucketAugust climate, side by side

ChicagoNantucket
Comfort score81/100 (A)87/100 (A)
Feels-like high31°C27°C
Avg high / low28° / 20°25° / 18°
Rainfall78 mm49 mm
Rainy days86
Humidity74%88%
Air quality (AQI)5661

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

Chicago vs Nantucket in August — FAQ

Is August better in Chicago or Nantucket?
Nantucket is the better pick in August — 87 vs 81 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Nantucket is warm, a little rain, muggy air, while Chicago is hot, a little rain.
What is the weather like in Chicago vs Nantucket in August?
In August, Chicago averages 28°C high / 20°C low with about 78 mm of rain; Nantucket averages 25°C high / 18°C low with about 49 mm.