Montgomery
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Montgomery month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Montgomery are typically May, June and September, with average daytime highs around 22–28°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 29°C), January the coldest (average low -7°C), and July the wettest (about 138 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.2 | -7.3 | 60 | 5.0 |
| February | 3.4 | -5.8 | 52 | 6.8 |
| March | 10.0 | 0.1 | 92 | 7.4 |
| April | 15.2 | 4.3 | 102 | 8.4 |
| May | 21.6 | 10.7 | 132 | 9.9 |
| June | 27.6 | 16.8 | 112 | 11.5 |
| July | 28.6 | 19.0 | 138 | 11.4 |
| August | 27.8 | 18.1 | 107 | 11.3 |
| September | 25.1 | 15.4 | 91 | 9.7 |
| October | 17.6 | 8.7 | 116 | 7.4 |
| November | 9.3 | 1.3 | 57 | 5.9 |
| December | 3.6 | -4.0 | 58 | 5.0 |
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People and places shaping Montgomery
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01 · QuestionsQuestions about Montgomery
Montgomery is a city in the state of Illinois, United States. It sits at latitude 41.73058 N, longitude 88.3459 W, and is home to 19,489 people.
Midwestern pulse
Montgomery operates on Central Time (America/Chicago) and uses the U.S. dollar. The community conducts daily life in English, with Spanish, Hawaiian, and French also noted among its language repertoire.
Economic fabric
With a population under twenty‑thousand, the city’s economy is anchored by the local businesses and public services that support residents. Retail outlets, health clinics, schools, and municipal functions together form the primary sources of employment.
Geographic backdrop
At an elevation of 195 meters, Montgomery lies within the central United States and is not a state capital. Its location places it within the broader network of Illinois towns that share similar demographic and economic characteristics.
Currency and time
The official currency is the United States dollar (USD), and all civic and commercial activities follow the America/Chicago time zone, aligning the city’s schedule with the wider region.
02 · OverviewMontgomery, in brief
Montgomery is a city in the state of Illinois, United States. It lies at latitude 41.73058 N and longitude 88.3459 W, with an elevation of 195 meters.
Midwestern pulse
With a population of 19,489, Montgomery occupies a modest place in the fabric of central Illinois. The city operates on Central Standard Time (America/Chicago) and conducts its commerce in United States dollars. Residents commonly use English (en‑US) and Spanish (es‑US), while Haitian Creole (haw) and French (fr) appear among the linguistic landscape.
Namesake network
Montgomery, Illinois is one of dozens of American municipalities sharing the name, as listed in the broader entry for Montgomery. This network of places stretches from the Deep South to the Midwest, linking a small Illinois city to a state capital in Alabama and to historic towns in Georgia, Kentucky, and beyond.
Local economy
The scale of the city directs economic life toward services that meet the daily needs of its residents and the surrounding area. Small‑scale retail, personal services, and community institutions form the core of employment, reflecting the population size and the city’s role as a local hub within its region.
Geographic context
Situated at 41.73058 degrees north latitude, Montgomery rests within the Central United States, a positioning that aligns it with the broader agricultural and manufacturing corridors of the Midwest. Its coordinates place it firmly within the Central Time Zone, linking its daily rhythms to the larger economic centers of the region.
Connectivity
Although not a state capital, Montgomery maintains connections to state and national networks through its location in the United States and its inclusion in the GeoNames database (GeoNames record for Montgomery). The city’s infrastructure supports the flow of people and goods typical of a small Midwestern community.
Frequently Asked Questions about Montgomery
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01 · Q&AWhere is Montgomery located and what are its coordinates?
Montgomery is situated in United States at geographic coordinates 41.7306, -88.3459, with an elevation of 195 meters above sea level.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Montgomery?
Montgomery has a recorded population of approximately 19,489 and observes the America/Chicago time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Montgomery?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Montgomery include EN-US, ES-US, HAW, French, with USD used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Montgomery?
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