What is the weather like in Chicago vs New River Gorge National Park in August?

In August, Chicago averages 28°C high / 20°C low with about 78 mm of rain; New River Gorge National Park averages 28°C high / 16°C low with about 112 mm.

Chicago vs New River Gorge 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 New River Gorge National Park is hot, rainy, muggy air.

Chicago vs New River Gorge National Park — August climate, side by side

	🇺🇸 Chicago	🇺🇸 New River Gorge National Park
Comfort score	81/100 (A)	76/100 (B)
Feels-like high	31°C	31°C
Avg high / low	28° / 20°	28° / 16°
Rainfall	78 mm	112 mm
Rainy days	8	13
Humidity	74%	80%
Air quality (AQI)	56	53

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

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Chicago vs New River Gorge National Park in August — FAQ

Is August better in Chicago or New River Gorge National Park?: Chicago is the better pick in August — 81 vs 76 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chicago is hot, a little rain, while New River Gorge National Park is hot, rainy, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Chicago vs New River Gorge National Park in August?: In August, Chicago averages 28°C high / 20°C low with about 78 mm of rain; New River Gorge National Park averages 28°C high / 16°C low with about 112 mm.