The best times to visit Pekin for ideal weather are

April 30th to July 1st

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Pekin Travel Info

Weather in Pekin

Temperature

Average temperatures in Pekin vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 23rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Pekin, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 88.4°F (31.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 66.2°F (19°C) at night.

Pekin Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Pekin Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Pekin Perceived Temperature (F)

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Pekin Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Pekin Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 35.1 24.2 14.6
Feb 36.4 25.6 16
Mar 54.5 41.8 31.1
Apr 66.5 53.3 40.6
May 77.5 64.5 52
Jun 84.7 73.1 62
Jul 87.4 75.9 64.9
Aug 86.6 74.5 63.6
Sep 80.7 67.2 56
Oct 68.1 54.9 43.7
Nov 54.1 42.3 32
Dec 39.9 30.8 22.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 1.7 -4.3 -9.7
Feb 2.4 -3.6 -8.9
Mar 12.5 5.4 -0.5
Apr 19.2 11.8 4.8
May 25.3 18.1 11.1
Jun 29.3 22.8 16.7
Jul 30.8 24.4 18.3
Aug 30.3 23.6 17.6
Sep 27.1 19.6 13.3
Oct 20.1 12.7 6.5
Nov 12.3 5.7 0
Dec 4.4 -0.7 -5.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Pekin are January, November, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late January. For example, on the week of January 22nd there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid June with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Pekin? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Pekin is often around around February 12th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Pekin.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Pekin (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 14% 3.2 2.2
Feb 22% 4.6 2.5
Mar 20% 3 3
Apr 29% 1.6 4.8
May 29% 0 5.1
Jun 32% 0 6.8
Jul 21% 0 3.1
Aug 18% 0 3.3
Sep 19% 0 4.6
Oct 16% 0 2.9
Nov 16% 2.4 2.8
Dec 22% 2.7 3.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 14 8.1 5.6
Feb 22 11.7 6.4
Mar 20 7.6 7.6
Apr 29 4.1 12.2
May 29 0 13
Jun 32 0 17.3
Jul 21 0 7.9
Aug 18 0 8.4
Sep 19 0 11.7
Oct 16 0 7.4
Nov 16 6.1 7.1
Dec 22 6.9 7.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Pekin has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (49.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (68.2%).

Wind in Pekin is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by March and January. April’s average wind speed of around 8.3 knots (9.5 MPH or 15.3 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 16.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Pekin.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.6 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
Feb 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Mar 7.7 Gentle breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Apr 8.3 Gentle breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
May 6.9 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Jun 6.1 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Jul 4.9 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Aug 4.5 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.1 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Oct 6.3 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Nov 7.4 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Dec 7.1 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 62.3%
Feb 60.2%
Mar 54.3%
Apr 49.1%
May 53.3%
Jun 60.1%
Jul 59.8%
Aug 61%
Sep 58.4%
Oct 56%
Nov 57%
Dec 68.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Pekin?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Pekin, IL, US is July, followed by June and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Pekin in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 38.7 in November means 38.7% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Pekin Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 81.8°F (27.7°C) and 40.2°F (4.6°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 9 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 6 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Pekin, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 83.7°F (28.7°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Pekin to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 40.4°F (4.7°C) and 34.1°F (1.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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