Pack or skip
Swimsuit for Chicago in August
Verdict
Pack it
Highs around 82°F — pools, beaches, and rooftop bars.
Why
Chicago in August averages highs of 82°F, lows of 65°F, 9 rainy days.
That climate means a swimsuit earns its space in the bag. Highs around 82°F — pools, beaches, and rooftop bars.