Chicago Winter

Thursday is a day that millions of Americans had been waiting for, as the autumnal equinox finally arrived in the Northern Hemisphere, but it also means that winter is drawing ever closer.

While we’re still enjoying summer in the Northern Hemisphere, the winter could potentially see more snow and precipitation than usual, according to new climate projections from the National Weather Service.

The entire Chicago area will be under a winter weather advisory beginning Friday afternoon with blowing snow potentially making for dangerous travel conditions.

A quick moving line of snow showers will move through this evening, with a blustery Saturday in its wake. NBC 5 Meteorologist Paul Deanno updates your forecast.

As communities clean up from another snow storm, residents are hoping for more quiet weather in coming days. NBC 5’s Lexi Sutter has more.

Heavy snow that pounded the Chicago area and northwest Indiana on Thursday is finally beginning to taper off across the area, but more snow and gusty winds are in the forecast for Friday.

The Chicago area is going to see a rapid warm-up in temperatures on Tuesday and Wednesday, with highs reaching into the 50s by Wednesday, but that will be accompanied by a weather system that’s going to bring rain, sleet and eventually snow to the region.

NBC 5 Chief Meteorologist Brant Miller breaks down what a pair of forecasting models are saying about a possible midweek storm that could bring rain, then snow, to the Chicago area.

A winter weather advisory has been issued for the Chicago area beginning Tuesday as several chances of snow in the coming days threaten to end the “snow drought” for some communities.

NBC 5 Storm Team Meteorologist Pete Sack breaks down the latest forecast and chances for snow.

The Illinois Department of Transportation urged drivers to keep safety top of mind over the next several months, as Chicago prepares for another cold and icy winter. NBC 5’s Kye Martin reports.

After creating reimagined holiday light shows last year amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Morton Arboretum and Chicago Botanic Garden will bring back bright, new walk-through experiences.

In early 2021, the Chicago Police Department warned residents of a string of vehicle thefts involving unattended cars

With temperatures already falling as winter nears, spending time outside has become unpleasant as has sitting inside a cold vehicle, waiting for it to warm up. For those who don’t have remote start, warming up your car may be appealing, although it does come with risks. But in Illinois, can you legally do so? The short answer is no....

Winter is coming, Chicago. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has released its outlook for the upcoming winter season, and it would appear the forecast for the Chicago area is just what residents might expect: still up in the air.

Winter is coming, Chicago.

Whether Chicago is ready or not, a cold winter season could be just around the corner.

Whether Chicago is ready or not, a cold winter season could be just around the corner. According to the latest predictions from the Farmers’ Almanac, which says it bases its long-range forecasts on a “mathematical and astronomical formula” developed in 1818, Chicago and the surrounding area is likely in for an “icky, flaky” and cold winter. For the eastern third…

Did you know that climate change not only makes Chicago warmer but also colder? As part of a series on climate change, NBC 5 Meteorologist Paul Deanno explains why Chicago has been seeing record-setting temperatures as well as snowfalls in recent years.

The Chicago area is set to see a blast of winter weather starting Monday, with rain, sleet and snow in the forecast. When will the wintry mix move into the region? Here’s a breakdown of what to expect and when.