Chicago vs Olympic National Park in December

Chicago is the better pick in December — 46 vs 35 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chicago is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Olympic National Park is freezing, soaked, clean air.

Chicago vs Olympic National ParkDecember climate, side by side

ChicagoOlympic National Park
Comfort score46/100 (F)35/100 (F)
Feels-like high0°C-1°C
Avg high / low4° / -3°2° / -3°
Rainfall48 mm502 mm
Rainy days621
Humidity73%90%
Air quality (AQI)3735

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

Chicago vs Olympic National Park in December — FAQ

Is December better in Chicago or Olympic National Park?
Chicago is the better pick in December — 46 vs 35 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Chicago is cold, a little rain, clean air, while Olympic National Park is freezing, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Chicago vs Olympic National Park in December?
In December, Chicago averages 4°C high / -3°C low with about 48 mm of rain; Olympic National Park averages 2°C high / -3°C low with about 502 mm.