EXPERT FORECAST NEW
Updated January 20, 2026
Chicago: Rounds of snow through midweek
As a parade of storms from Canada continues, rounds of flurries and accumulating snow will affect the Chicago area through Wednesday. The last clipper of the parade is due Wednesday night. Outside of the main general snow episodes, a brief, rogue snow squall could bring highly-localized slippery conditions.
Wind Flow
This interactive map provides a visual representation of wind speed and direction over the next 24 hours
Maximum Sustained Winds
The projected maximum sustained winds of an active tropical system
Maximum Wind Gusts
The projected maximum wind gusts of an active tropical system
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