Chicago area, snow and weather

Another winter storm, return of polar vortex prompts weather alert for Chicago area
We are tracking the return of the polar vortex next week as a wavy jet stream brings a blast of Arctic air to the Great Lakes.
Chicago winter storm: Winter weather advisory with heavy snow expected, schools closed
Chicago’s first major winter storm of the season is here, with as much as six inches of snow possible in some parts, dozens of Illinois schools closed and significant travel impacts expected.
Chicago winter storm: Photos and video capture Wednesday's snowfall
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from Wednesday morning through early Thursday for the Chicago area, including northwest Indiana and northeastern Illinois. The heaviest snowfall is expected in the afternoon and evening, with snowfall accumulating at rates of up to one inch per hour.
Map shows where winter storm may bring Chicago its biggest snow totals of the season so far
Widespread snowfall totaling 4 to 6 inches is expected through Wednesday, with isolated higher amounts along the North Shore.
Winter storms in photos: Chicago, Washington, D.C., NYC and Boston blanketed with snow as millions see wintry weather
A series of winter storms swept across the United States this week, bringing snow, sleet and freezing rain to millions of Americans from coast to coast. Nearly 200 million people across 40 states were under some sort of winter weather advisory,
Winter storm watch upgraded to winter weather advisory in Chicago area
A winter storm watch issued for the Chicago area ahead of an upcoming snow system has now been upgraded to a winter weather advisory.
Winter weather advisory issued for Chicago area, parts of Indiana. Here's what to expect
Winter weather alert issued for Chicago area, parts of Indiana 01:45. CHICAGO (CBS) — A Winter Weather Advisory is issued for the Chicago area and parts of Indiana on Saturday.
Chicago weather: Winter storm moving into Chicagoland
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – After a record-warm start to February, cooler temperatures are moving in this week. Wetter weather will return too with widespread chances for rain and snow by the end of this week. It’s been a cloudy Monday across most of New Mexico, but we’re not seeing any moisture out of those clouds just […]
Winter weather is coming to Illinois. Here is how much snow to expect around the state
The Peoria area is in “the crosshairs” of the approaching winter storm, said Albano. The area has a 100% chance of precipitation Wednesday. Although The Weather Channel’s forecast calls for more snow in northern Illinois, Peoria should see between 3-6 inches inches. Albano estimated that the area will receive at least 4 inches.
Tracking more snow coming Friday for Chicago
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 5 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025.
February snow reminds Chicago residents of winter
AccuWeather's Leslie Hudson talks on how the recent snowfall and cold temperatures in Chicago is reminding residents that it is still winter.
PHOTO COLLECTION: Winter Weather
A person feeds seagulls during a winter storm, Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) People remove ...
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Chicago weather: Bitter cold tonight, light snow arrives Friday
CHICAGO - Chicago is in for another teeth-chattering night as bitter cold grips the region, with wind chills plunging into the minus-10 range. If you're heading out, bundle up—it’s the kind of cold ...
From coast to coast, winter weather is making a mess of things
While much of the nation deals with snow storms and icy conditions, California braces for heavy rain and potential flooding.
Winter Storm Iliana A Widespread Snow, Ice Threat From Plains To Northeast, Including Chicago, Kansas City
The second winter storm of this week will bring a widespread area of snowfall as well as some ice. Here's what to expect.
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Chicago’s snowfall totals and forecast developments
Light snow is expected to start in the Chicagoland area Wednesday morning, with heavier coverage developing in the afternoon ...