Residents of the Rockford Region enjoy the beauty of all four seasons. Summers are generally warm with high temperatures in the 80s, while winters typically bring a healthy amount of snow and temperatures in the 20s and 30s.
Spring and fall are the ideal times to visit our world-class gardens. Flowers begin to bloom in April and May, while fall foliage is at its peak in late September and into October.
The average warmest month in Rockford is July, while the coolest is January. Typically, the wettest month for precipitation is June.
