Tell about the climate of Chicago in general
Chicago witnesses micro climatic effects owing to the presence of the Lake Michigan and this especially summers. Chicago is known as the Windy City for a reason. It experiences average winds of about 8-12 mph. This name is believed to have been conferred upon Chicago owing to the cool breezes that blow from Lake Michigan.
Though, the summers experience maximum rainfalls and thunderstorms during the summers, rains are a year long affair in this city. The summers here can get hot and uncomfortable, but the frequent rains will cool it down for you. The spring and fall in this city are pleasant and the most colorful with all plants and vegetation in full bloom.
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