Chicago vs Niagara Falls in December

Chicago and Niagara Falls are nearly tied in December — 46 vs 43 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chicago is cold, a little rain, clean air; Niagara Falls is freezing, a little rain, clean air.

Chicago vs Niagara Falls — December climate, side by side

🇺🇸 Chicago🇨🇦 Niagara Falls
Comfort score46/100 (F)43/100 (F)
Feels-like high0°C-1°C
Avg high / low4° / -3°4° / -2°
Rainfall48 mm76 mm
Rainy days611
Humidity73%76%
Air quality (AQI)3734

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

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Chicago vs Niagara Falls in December — FAQ

Is December better in Chicago or Niagara Falls?
Chicago and Niagara Falls are nearly tied in December — 46 vs 43 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chicago is cold, a little rain, clean air; Niagara Falls is freezing, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Chicago vs Niagara Falls in December?
In December, Chicago averages 4°C high / -3°C low with about 48 mm of rain; Niagara Falls averages 4°C high / -2°C low with about 76 mm.