Chicago Weather: Cold air, single digit temps on the way
Fox 32 Meteorologist Mark Strehl has the forecast for Jan. 18, 2025.
CHICAGO – Temperatures are about to plummet into the single digits in Chicago over the next few days.
In response, the City of Chicago has opened several warming centers that will be available through Friday, Jan. 24.
Winter Warming Centers Open
What we know:
- A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect for Chicago from 6 p.m. Sunday until noon on Monday, according to the National Weather Service.
- Wind chills are expected to get as low as -20˚ to -25˚, which could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
- Due to the severe cold temperatures, the City of Chicago has several warming centers that will be open.
Warming Centers:
Locations open from Saturday, Jan. 18 – Monday, Jan. 20:
- Garfield Community Service Center – 10 South Kedzie Avenue, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. on Saturday and 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Sunday and Monday
- Chicago Public Library (78 locations), visit chipublib.org for hours and locations
- Libraries will be closed on Monday, January 20
- Chicago Park District (59 locations) locations will be open during hours of operation
- 59 field houses open on Monday, January 20 – Chicago Park District Locations open MLK Holiday
- Chicago Police Districts (22 locations)
Locations open Tuesday, Jan. 21 – Friday, Jan. 24:
- All Community Service Centers (9 a.m.-5 p.m.)
- Englewood Community Service Center – 1140 West 79th Street
- Garfield Community Service Center – 10 South Kedzie Avenue (8 a.m.- 8 p.m. on Tuesday, January 21)
- Dr. Martin Luther King Community Service Center – 4314 South Cottage Grove
- North Area Community Service Center – 845 West Wilson Avenue
- South Chicago Community Service Center – 8650 South Commercial Avenue
- Trina Davila Community Service Center – 4312 West North Avenue
- Senior Centers (21 locations) 8:30am-4:30pm – visit Chicago.gov/Seniors for locations
- Chicago Public Library (78 locations), visit chipublib.org for hours and locations
- Chicago Park District (75 locations) will be open during hours of operation
- Renaissance Court, Chicago Cultural Center 72 E. Randolph, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Chicago Police Districts (22 locations)
Find a warming shelter nearest you:
What’s next:
- Warming center operating hours may be extended as needed, depending on the forecast.
- For more information, or for more winter weather safety tips, follow this link.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is the forecast for the next few days?
A: Temperatures are expected to plummet into the single digits in Chicago.
Q: What is being done to help those affected by the cold weather?
A: The City of Chicago has opened several warming centers that will be available through Friday, Jan. 24.
Q: How can I stay safe during the cold weather?
A: Stay indoors as much as possible, dress warmly, and avoid walking or biking in extreme cold.
Q: Where can I find a warming center near me?
A: You can find a list of warming centers at the top of this article or by visiting the City of Chicago’s website.
