Downers Grove, Illinois, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Downers Grove, Illinois, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Downers Grove, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Downers Grove, Illinois, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Downers Grove, the best time to go is June. See below for details.

Important essentials for Downers Grove, Illinois, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Downers Grove, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance

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  • A vaccine card protector

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  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly product.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

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What to wear/what to pack for Downers Grove, Illinois, United States of America by month

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January

In January, Downers Grove is freezing, snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C) and occasionally jump into the low 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C). During your visit, you can expect extremely heavy snowfall. This is also a rainy time for Downers Grove, with several of the days of the month having rain. In January, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you check out a temple, such as St. Therese Shrine, wear:

February

February in Downers Grove is frosty and snowy. The snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you check out a temple, such as St. Therese Shrine, wear:

March

March here is brisk, snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains about half of the time and snows sometimes.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you check out a temple, such as St. Therese Shrine, wear:

April

If you vacation in Downers Grove during April, you might see that it can be chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you check out a temple, such as St. Therese Shrine, wear:

May

May in Downers Grove is mild and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you check out a temple, such as St. Therese Shrine, wear:

June

If you are traveling to Downers Grove in June, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you check out a temple, such as St. Therese Shrine, wear:

July

If you go to Downers Grove in July, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you check out a temple, such as St. Therese Shrine, wear:

August

If you go to Downers Grove in August, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you check out a temple, such as St. Therese Shrine, wear:

September

September in Downers Grove is a perfect temperature and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you check out a temple, such as St. Therese Shrine, wear:

October

In October, Downers Grove is crisp. Temperatures routinely are in the low 60s F (high 10s C) and about half of the time jump into the 60s F (high 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Downers Grove, with a few of the days of the month having rain. In October, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you check out a temple, such as St. Therese Shrine, wear:

November

If you go to Downers Grove in November, you will notice that it is pretty cool and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you check out a temple, such as St. Therese Shrine, wear:

December

Traveling to Downers Grove in December, you will notice that it can be extremely cold, snowy and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain regularly and snow a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you check out a temple, such as St. Therese Shrine, wear:

Activities for Downers Grove, Illinois, United States of America

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Downers Grove.

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