🇳🇿 Auckland vs 🇺🇸 Chicago

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Auckland

broken clouds

69°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 69°F

H 70°F / L 68°F

Humidity: 65%

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Chicago

overcast clouds

39°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 29°F

H 41°F / L 38°F

Humidity: 85%

Climate Overview

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Auckland

Auckland sits on a narrow isthmus between the Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean with 14 volcanic cones providing elevation within the city. The dual coastlines create very different weather on the western (wilder) vs eastern (calmer) shores. Weather is famously changeable.

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Chicago

Humid continental — cold harsh winters, hot humid summers, severe storms

Best monthsMay, June, September
AvoidJanuary, February, March (brutal cold)
Annual rain38 inches (965 mm)

Chicago lives up to its Windy City nickname. Lake Michigan creates its own microclimate — cooler summers and heavier lake-effect snow in winter. Summers are warm but brief; winters are among the harshest of any major American city.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇳🇿 Auckland🇺🇸 Chicago
Spring

35–65°F

March–May

Summer

70–84°F

June–August

Fall

45–68°F

September–November

Winter

17–32°F

December–February

Auckland vs Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Auckland or Chicago have better weather?

Auckland and Chicago have very different climates. Auckland sits on a narrow isthmus between the Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean with 14 volcanic cones pr Chicago: Humid continental — cold harsh winters, hot humid summers, severe storms. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Auckland vs Chicago?

Best time for Auckland: spring and fall. Best time for Chicago: May, June, September.

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