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Chicago’s Snow Total Underwhelmed, But There’s More in the Forecast Along With Bitter Cold Temps
Wednesday's snowfall may have been less than predicted, but it was good enough for sledding. Youngsters flocked to the Big Hill at Horner Park on the city's North Side, Feb. 12, 2025. (Patty Wetli / WTTW News)
A band of dry air crashed Chicago’s snowstorm party Wednesday and, depending on your point of view, either spoiled all the fun or made for a better-than-expected evening commute.
A total of 2.8 inches of snowfall was recorded at O’Hare Airport, falling short of the 4 to 6 inches that had been predicted. Areas outside of the “dry slot,” which meteorologists began tracking Wednesday afternoon (see graphic), came closer to tallying the forecasted accumulation, with 4.5 inches reported in Gurnee and 6 inches in Winthrop Harbor.
Meteorologists are already on to the next weather event, with bursts of snow expected Friday and Saturday, followed by bitter cold temperatures on Sunday.
Here’s a look at the Valentine’s weekend forecast.
(National Weather Service Chicago)
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