A Cold Weather Advisory begins at midnight for areas west of the city, lasting until 10 a.m. Wednesday.
Expect Air Temperatures in the Single Digits and Wind Chills Dipping to -15 to -20 Degrees across Suburban Locations.
If you must spend any amount of time outside, dress properly for the cold. Hypothermia can occur in fewer than 30 minutes in these extreme conditions.
Warming Centers
The City of Chicago coordinates a network of more than 190 public facilities available for warming. This includes participating Chicago Public Library locations, Chicago Park District, Chicago Police Department and City Colleges of Chicago facilities during business or designated hours.
Department of Family & Support Services
The Chicago Department of Family & Support Services activates warming areas at the city’s six community service centers when temps are 32 degrees or below.
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Looking Ahead
The frigid late season blast is impacting a large portion of the U.S. There are currently 20 states from the Dakotas down to Texas under “Extreme Cold Warnings."
Weather Outlook
Welcomed relief ahead? Temperatures slowly climb out of the deep freeze this weekend, finally breaking above freezing by Sunday afternoon.
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Warming Centers
- 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.
- 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 (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.): visit Chicago.gov/Seniors for locations.
- Chicago Public Library locations: visit chipublib.org for hours and locations.
- Information about Cook County warming centers outside the City of Chicago area is available on the county government website at CookCountyIL.gov.
Full Forecast Details at the WGN Weather Center
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the duration of the cold weather advisory?
A: The cold weather advisory begins at midnight and lasts until 10 a.m. on Wednesday.
Q: What are the expected air temperatures and wind chills?
A: Air temperatures are expected to be in the single digits, and wind chills are expected to dip to -15 to -20 degrees across suburban locations.
Q: What are the warming centers available for the public?
A: The City of Chicago coordinates a network of over 190 public facilities available for warming, including participating Chicago Public Library locations, Chicago Park District, Chicago Police Department and City Colleges of Chicago facilities during business or designated hours.
Q: How can I stay safe during extreme cold weather?
A: Dress properly for the cold, and hypothermia can occur in fewer than 30 minutes in these extreme conditions. Check on relatives, neighbors, and friends, and seek emergency shelter if needed.
