Pack or skip

Sunscreen for Chicago in March

Verdict

Optional

Bring a stick or travel-size — better than a sunburn on day one.

Why

Chicago in March averages highs of 48°F, lows of 31°F, 11 rainy days.

That climate makes sunscreen a judgment call. Bring a stick or travel-size — better than a sunburn on day one.

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