Barrington

City / town · Illinois

Barrington

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Best timeMay–Oct
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Nearest airportORD · 17 mi
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Overview

Barrington is a city in northeastern Illinois.

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Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 85°F; winter lows dip to about 20°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: May and Jun. (climate data from nearby Chicago)

Jan: 2.3 in rain2.3"Jan: high 33°F, low 20°F33°20°JanFeb: 2.1 in rain2.1"Feb: high 37°F, low 23°F37°23°FebMar: 2.7 in rain2.7"Mar: high 48°F, low 32°F48°32°MarApr: 4.2 in rain4.2"Apr: high 60°F, low 42°F60°42°AprMay: 4.8 in rain4.8"May: high 72°F, low 52°F72°52°MayJun: 4.5 in rain4.5"Jun: high 81°F, low 63°F81°63°JunJul: 4.0 in rain4"Jul: high 85°F, low 68°F85°68°JulAug: 4.1 in rain4.1"Aug: high 83°F, low 67°F83°67°AugSep: 3.3 in rain3.3"Sep: high 76°F, low 59°F76°59°SepOct: 3.9 in rain3.9"Oct: high 64°F, low 47°F64°47°OctNov: 2.7 in rain2.7"Nov: high 50°F, low 35°F50°35°NovDec: 2.3 in rain2.3"Dec: high 38°F, low 25°F38°25°Dec

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

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  • ORD Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago — 17 mi away (major hub). Directions
  • MDW Chicago Midway International Airport, Chicago — 32 mi away (major hub). Directions
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    Shop Arboretum of South Barrington

    The Arboretum of South Barrington is an open-air shopping center hosting over 60 stores like DSW, Jos. A. Bank, and Victoria's Secret, and the iPic Theater, that offers light dining and drinks in the theater. The Arboretum is home to many different tree and plant species.

    📍 100 W. Higgins RoadNear the four-way interchange at I-90 at the intersection of Illinois Routes 59 and 72🕒 10AM–8PM☎ +1 847-426-6200Checked Jul 2025
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    Shop America's Antique Mall

    If you're on the hunt for an eye-catching vintage piece or a gift, this is one of the largest antiques stores around. Hundreds of vendor booths in one enormous room. Wear comfortable shoes, and consider bringing a water bottle or a snack. Restrooms and seating area in the back.

    📍 2451 S Randall Rd, Algonquin13 miles west of Barrington🕒 10AM–7PM daily☎ +1 224-367-6069Checked Jul 2025
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