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winter driving Jan 10

How to Drive Safely in Ice and Snow

When bad weather hits, it’s always best to stay off the roads. If you don’t have a choice, AAA has important information to keep you safe.

Jan 9

Brant Miller’s Weather Photos

Our NBC 5 viewers love sharing their weather photos with Brant Miller, and now we’re sharing them with you!
Chicago Forecast Jan 4

Early Snow Gives Way to Clouds Saturday

Residents waking up Saturday across the Chicago area were treated to some light snow, but you shouldn’t get too used to it as temperatures are set to once again warm to above-average levels this weeke...
Chicago Weather Jan 1

2019 Was The 3rd-Wettest Year on Record for Chicago

An especially rainy spring and fall made 2019 the third wettest year ever recorded in Chicago, according to the National Weather Service. Chicago saw 49.54 inches of accumulated precipitation in 2019,...
Chicago Weather Dec 30, 2019

Accumulating Snow Possible by Tuesday Morning

After several days of above-average temperatures, the Chicago area could end the year on a more wintry note.

Chicago Weather Dec 30, 2019

Monday Morning Forecast

Alicia Roman has the latest forecast update for the Chicago area.
Chicago Forecast Dec 30, 2019

Rain, Snow Set to Greet Commuters Monday

After several days of above-average temperatures, the Chicago area will get a slap of winter on Monday as snow is in the forecast. Before that snow arrives, rain is expected throughout the region during the overnight hours. That rain could be heavy at times, especially in the northern suburbs and northwest Indiana, according to forecast models. Tha...
Chicago Weather Dec 30, 2019

Sunday Evening Forecast
Chicago Forecast Dec 29, 2019

Potentially Record-Setting Warm Temperatures Expected in Area Sunday

The Chicago area will have one more day of unseasonable warmth before a cool down brings snow and chillier temperatures to the region beginning on Monday. Early morning rain Sunday will give way to cloudy conditions throughout the region, but temperatures will once again approach record levels, as highs are expected to settle into the low 60s on Su...
Chicago Forecast Dec 28, 2019

Showers, Warmer Temperatures on Tap for Chicago Area Saturday

Above-average temperatures remain in the forecast for the Chicago area this weekend, but a cool down is fast approaching and could bring with it a chance for snow as residents prepare to ring in the new year. Saturday will begin with scattered showers across the area, and some places could see a light wintry mix as well, with fog possible…...
Chicago Forecast Dec 28, 2019

Saturday Forecast
Chicago Weather Dec 27, 2019

Ever-Changing Weather: Warmth, Rain And Snow Expected in Coming Days

It looks like Chicagoans will get a taste of three seasons in just a matter of days. Warm temperatures, rain and even snow are each expected at some point through Monday morning. While Friday turned out to be a bit of a chilly one with temperatures in the mid-30s to low-40s, a big warm-up is in store for part...
chicago weather forecast Dec 27, 2019

Chicago Embraces Unseasonable Warmth

Chicago enjoyed unseasonable warmth on Thursday, but a cooldown is coming, as NBC 5’s Lexi Sutter explains.
Chicago Weather Dec 27, 2019

After Record Warmth, Cooler Temps on Tap for Friday

The Chicago-area was treated to record highs on Thursday, but the warm weather is going to depart, at least for one day, as temperatures are set to plunge up to 30 degrees in some locations. On Thursday, Chicago recorded a new record high of 61 degrees, a day after the warmest Christmas Day temperatures in nearly 40 years. In fact,…
Christmas Forecast Dec 22, 2019

Above-Average Temperatures on Horizon for Holiday Week

Chicago residents hoping for a white Christmas will be sorely disappointed this week, as well-above-average temperatures are in the forecast for the holiday. As the sun rises Sunday, temperatures will begin a steady climb and will settle into the low-to-mid 50s, with partly cloudy skies and unseasonable warmth gripping the region. That trend will c...
Chicago Weather Dec 15, 2019

Snow, Cooler Temperatures on Tap for Sunday

Sunday will begin with sunny skies in the area, but there is snow in the forecast, especially for areas south of Interstate 80. Throughout the day Sunday, clouds will gradually build and snow will begin to fall in the late afternoon hours, according to forecast models. The heaviest accumulations are expected in the far south suburbs, and areas sout...
Nov 27, 2019

More Layoffs for CPS Teachers, Staff
Nov 27, 2019

Officials Suspend Lollapalooza and Evacuate Grant Park

How to Drive Safely in Ice and Snow

Airlines Allowing Passengers to Change Flights Ahead of Winter Storm

Tracking the Winter Storm

Brant Miller’s Weather Photos

Early Snow Gives Way to Clouds Saturday

2019 Was The 3rd-Wettest Year on Record for Chicago

Accumulating Snow Possible by Tuesday Morning

Monday Morning Forecast

Rain, Snow Set to Greet Commuters Monday

Sunday Evening Forecast

Potentially Record-Setting Warm Temperatures Expected in Area Sunday

Showers, Warmer Temperatures on Tap for Chicago Area Saturday

Saturday Forecast

Ever-Changing Weather: Warmth, Rain And Snow Expected in Coming Days

Chicago Embraces Unseasonable Warmth

After Record Warmth, Cooler Temps on Tap for Friday

Above-Average Temperatures on Horizon for Holiday Week

Snow, Cooler Temperatures on Tap for Sunday

More Layoffs for CPS Teachers, Staff

Officials Suspend Lollapalooza and Evacuate Grant Park

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