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Exploring Rochester

The city of Rochester has some interesting things to see and do. Popular attractions in and around Rochester include:

• Sangchris Lake State Park
• Walnut Street Winery
• University of Illinois at Springfield
• Lincoln Home National Historic Site
• Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
• Illinois State Capitol
• Illinois State Museum

When making plans for your trip to Rochester, you can also use ebookers to find a convenient flight to Springfield, IL (SPI-Abraham Lincoln Capital) Airport. You can narrow down your search by number of stops, airline or departure time to identify one that'll meet your needs.

When is the Best Time to Explore Rochester?

If you're wondering when is the best time of year to explore Rochester, you may find this information about seasonal weather helpful when planning your trip. The warmest months in Rochester are typically July and August, whereas the coldest months are usually January and February. The months with the most rain are April and May, whereas January and February have the least.

Here's an overview on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 11°C and at night it is -6°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 231 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 28°C during the day and 7°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 418 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 29°C and the night-time average is 15°C. Average precipitation for this season is 299 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 19°C and -2°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 253 mm.
• The average annual rainfall in Rochester is 1200 mm.