i West Town
Cook County · United States
West Town is one of the 77 community areas of Chicago in Illinois, United States, located on the northwest of the Loop.
Read moreThe best months to visit are May–September.
The sea is warmest in August, at about 23°C (73°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): August.
July is the hottest month, with highs around 30°C (85°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around -9°C (15°F).
The wettest month is April, with rain on about 13 days.
June is the sunniest month, with about 10.4 hours of sunshine a day.
in October, it is warmer than 34% of places in United States.
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Best time to visit West Town
Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | -1° | 2° | 8° | 15° | 22° | 27° | 30° | 28° | 24° | 18° | 9° | 2° |
| Average low | -9° | -7° | -1° | 4° | 10° | 15° | 18° | 17° | 13° | 6° | 0° | -6° |
| Sea temperature | 3° | 2° | 2° | 4° | 7° | 14° | 21° | 23° | 20° | 15° | 9° | 6° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 46 | 40 | 67 | 97 | 93 | 102 | 96 | 103 | 90 | 70 | 80 | 65 |
| Rain days | 11 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 12 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 4.3 | 4.9 | 6 | 7.2 | 9.1 | 10.4 | 10.3 | 9.2 | 7.5 | 6.1 | 3.7 | 3.4 |
| Daylight (h) | 9.4 | 10.5 | 11.8 | 13.3 | 14.5 | 15.2 | 14.9 | 13.9 | 12.4 | 11 | 9.7 | 9.1 |
| Humidity (%) | 73 | 73 | 70 | 66 | 65 | 66 | 70 | 72 | 72 | 70 | 74 | 77 |
| Wind (km/h) | 20 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 19 | 19 |
| Go score | 17 | 20 | 24 | 52 | 82 | 86 | 87 | 87 | 85 | 68 | 26 | 14 |
The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.
West Town: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
West Town: sea water temperature
August
Average sea temperature by month
Nearby beaches & coastal towns
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
West Town: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 120 V · 60 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
US Dollar
USD · $
- Languages
- English
- Calling code
- +1
- Emergency911
- Meal, casual restaurant$22.00
- Cappuccino$5.00
- Beer (0.5 l)$7.50
- Bottled water (1.5 l)$2.20
- Taxi, 5 km$16.00
- Public transport ticket$2.90
- Mid-range hotel, per night$165
Estimated from United States’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 100% of US levels.
- Nov 11Veterans Day
- Nov 26Thanksgiving Day
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
- Jan 18Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
No earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km since 1975.
How to get to West Town
Nearest airports
- MDWChicago Midway International AirportChicago14 km
- ORDChicago O'Hare International AirportChicago21 km
- GYYGary/Chicago International AirportGary38 km
- MGCMichigan City Municipal AirportMichigan City74 km
- SBNSouth Bend International AirportSouth Bend114 km
- MKEGeneral Mitchell International AirportMilwaukee119 km
Distances
- Washington960 km 16 h 38 · 1 h 53
- New York City1,148 km 19 h 54 · 2 h 07
- Los Angeles2,801 km 48 h 33 · 4 h 14
- Brooklyn1,154 km 20 h 00 · 2 h 08
- Queens1,163 km 20 h 09 · 2 h 08
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Hotels in West Town
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit West Town?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit West Town is May–September.
What is the weather like in West Town in October?
In October, West Town averages a high of 18°C (64°F) and a low of 6°C (43°F), with 70 mm of rain on about 9 days.
How warm is the sea in West Town?
The sea is warmest in August (about 23°C (73°F)). Swimming season: August.
What is the rainiest month in West Town?
April, with rain on about 13 days.
What is the nearest airport to West Town?
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), about 14 km away.
What power plugs are used in United States?
Plug types A, B, 120 V.
What currency is used in United States?
US Dollar (USD).
What is the emergency number in United States?
911.
When is West Town most crowded?
The busiest months are May–September.
When is West Town least crowded?
The quietest months are December–March.
What time zone is West Town in?
America/Chicago (UTC-5).
What is the population of West Town?
About 86,429.