Dangerously Cold Wind Chills Expected
Chicago Weather Update
Chicago is about to experience a dramatic turn as an arctic air mass moves into the region. On Tuesday, the city saw clouds and seasonable cold, with highs in the low to mid-30s. Tonight, temperatures will dip into the mid-20s under lingering cloud cover.
Wednesday’s Forecast:
- Temperatures will start in the 20s and briefly rise to around 30°F before plummeting into the teens by late afternoon.
- Scattered snow showers are expected, with brief, heavy snow bands possible. These could reduce visibility and cause hazardous travel conditions.
- Winds will intensify, reaching 20-25 mph with gusts over 40 mph. Wind chills will plunge to -10°F to -20°F by midnight.
Thursday’s Forecast:
- The coldest day of the week will start in the single digits, with subzero wind chills lasting through the morning.
- Highs will only reach the mid to upper teens, with wind chills stuck in the single digits.
- Areas south of I-80 may see light snow, but most of the region will remain partly cloudy.
Friday and the Weekend:
- The deep freeze will ease by Friday, with highs in the low to mid-30s under mostly cloudy skies.
- Another system arrives Friday night into Saturday, bringing the chance of rain, snow, or freezing rain. Weekend highs will reach the upper 30s to near 40°F.
Conclusion:
Get prepared for the extreme cold snap that’s heading our way. Make sure to bundle up, stay safe, and check the forecast regularly for updates.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What’s causing the extreme cold?
A: An arctic air mass is moving into the region.
Q: What kind of snow showers can I expect?
A: Scattered snow showers with brief, heavy snow bands that could reduce visibility and cause hazardous travel conditions.
Q: How cold will it get?
A: Wind chills will plunge to -10°F to -20°F by midnight on Wednesday.
Q: Will it snow this weekend?
A: There’s a chance of rain, snow, or freezing rain on Friday night into Saturday, with weekend highs reaching the upper 30s to near 40°F.
