From: Laura Wright (pinkfest@pinkmyst.com)
Date: Thu May 22 2008 - 23:01:55 CDT
OK. Late October is exactly when the weather starts heading south in
Chicago. The_most wonderful months of the year in Chicago are May,
September and very early October._ The_differences between May and
October are minimal weather-wise but_the scenery differences are
extraordinary.__The sun_comes in from a different angle in May and the
light is so much brighter and the colors of_the leaves_are a much
lighter green - they_look so new._ In the fall, the sun has moved and
you can tell the difference immediately, the_leaves are changing colors
and what's left of the green ones are a much deeper green._ There
is_usually low or no humidity in_these months, the nights and mornings
are cool - no need_for air conditioning or heat just yet.___You can take
a walk and not work up a sweat, sit outside to read or talk and not have
to swat mosquitos or bees, build a fire in an outdoor fireplace and
actually feel a need for it._ There are a lot of people who like hot
summers for swimming, sunning and other outdoor activities, but the
humidity in Chicago in the summer can be a real drain._ There are a lot
better hotel deals during these times as well - not the height of the
tourist season and you can catch a Cubs game in the Spring and September
and watch the Bears in September/October._ Best time for viewing the
fall colors in the area is in early October - they are just beginning to
change and not too many leaves have fallen off yet - just enough to make
it interesting._ Chicago is a beautiful city and seeing it in the two
different lights is a wonderful contrast.
While the shoulder seasons are lovely, if you are there during the
summer (and summers do vary heat and humidity wise) do bring a bathing
suit and beach towel so you can try a long walk or bike ride along the
lake front (you can rent one at Navy Pier and other locations) and just
jump in the lake when you get too warm._ And for a counter point,
December is a great time to visit Chicago - the weather is not bitter
cold yet, and the crowds, shopping, and lights on Michigan Avenue and
all around downtown are festive and bright._
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