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

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Traveling to Evanston, Illinois, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Evanston, we have 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 Evanston, Illinois, United States of America

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

Important essentials for Evanston, Illinois, United States of America

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly choice.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • 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).


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may wear out. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.

General health necessities

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

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January

January in Evanston is very cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). It snows a bit less than half of the time. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

February

If you go to Evanston in February, you will notice that it is frigid. Expect it to snow once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

March

If you are traveling to Evanston in March, you will notice that it can be brisk. Expect it to snow occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

April

If you vacation in Evanston during April, you may find that it is relatively cool. 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.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

May

May in Evanston is mild. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 60s 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 go to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

June

If you vacation in Evanston during June, you will probably find that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

July

If you go to Evanston in July, you will notice that it is hot. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

August

August here is hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

September

Traveling to Evanston in September, you will notice that it is warm. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

October

October in Evanston is crisp. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) to low 60s F (high 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

November

In November, Evanston can be brisk. Temperatures routinely are in the high 40s F (single digits C) and about half of the time jump into the low 50s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the low 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Evanston, with several of the days of the month having rain. In November, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

December

December in Evanston is very cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). It snows once in a while. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 70% to 70% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

Activities for Evanston, Illinois, United States of America

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

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