Chicago vs South Lake Tahoe in August

South Lake Tahoe is the better pick in August — 89 vs 81 on SeasonMap's comfort score. South Lake Tahoe is warm, dry, clean air, while Chicago is hot, a little rain.

Chicago vs South Lake TahoeAugust climate, side by side

ChicagoSouth Lake Tahoe
Comfort score81/100 (A)89/100 (A)
Feels-like high31°C26°C
Avg high / low28° / 20°27° / 12°
Rainfall78 mm9 mm
Rainy days81
Humidity74%44%
Air quality (AQI)5650

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

Chicago vs South Lake Tahoe in August — FAQ

Is August better in Chicago or South Lake Tahoe?
South Lake Tahoe is the better pick in August — 89 vs 81 on SeasonMap's comfort score. South Lake Tahoe is warm, dry, clean air, while Chicago is hot, a little rain.
What is the weather like in Chicago vs South Lake Tahoe in August?
In August, Chicago averages 28°C high / 20°C low with about 78 mm of rain; South Lake Tahoe averages 27°C high / 12°C low with about 9 mm.