Chicago Bracing for Potential Record-Low Temperatures This Weekend
A wintry blast is set to hit Chicago this weekend, with temperatures potentially plummeting to record-low levels. According to the National Weather Service, the city may experience a prolonged period of subzero temperatures by Friday or Saturday, which could be accompanied by wind chills as cold as -20°F to -30°F.
Meteorologist Rafal Ogorek warns that there is still some uncertainty about how low the temperatures will drop, but at least 20 below is expected. Mid-January through early February is typically the coldest time of winter for Chicago, making this forecast even more concerning.
The city has experienced a mix of mild and frigid weeks so far in January, which has pushed its average temperature just above 28 degrees - slightly above average for this point in winter. "It's been kind of a seesaw this winter," Ogorek notes.
Before the arctic air hits, light snow is expected Tuesday night and Wednesday. The cold weather was already evident on Sunday during a Bears game against the Rams, when fans braved temperatures near zero. Monday saw bone-chilling wind chills, with the temperature at O'Hare plummeting to just -1 degree, making it only the second time this winter that the mercury has dropped below zero.
Even outdoor enthusiasts are taking advantage of the cold weather, as a group of skaters laced up their gear and hit the ice on Lincoln Park's North Pond. The National Weather Service remains closely monitoring the forecast, so stay tuned for any updates before the weekend's expected chill set in.
A wintry blast is set to hit Chicago this weekend, with temperatures potentially plummeting to record-low levels. According to the National Weather Service, the city may experience a prolonged period of subzero temperatures by Friday or Saturday, which could be accompanied by wind chills as cold as -20°F to -30°F.
Meteorologist Rafal Ogorek warns that there is still some uncertainty about how low the temperatures will drop, but at least 20 below is expected. Mid-January through early February is typically the coldest time of winter for Chicago, making this forecast even more concerning.
The city has experienced a mix of mild and frigid weeks so far in January, which has pushed its average temperature just above 28 degrees - slightly above average for this point in winter. "It's been kind of a seesaw this winter," Ogorek notes.
Before the arctic air hits, light snow is expected Tuesday night and Wednesday. The cold weather was already evident on Sunday during a Bears game against the Rams, when fans braved temperatures near zero. Monday saw bone-chilling wind chills, with the temperature at O'Hare plummeting to just -1 degree, making it only the second time this winter that the mercury has dropped below zero.
Even outdoor enthusiasts are taking advantage of the cold weather, as a group of skaters laced up their gear and hit the ice on Lincoln Park's North Pond. The National Weather Service remains closely monitoring the forecast, so stay tuned for any updates before the weekend's expected chill set in.
! It feels like it's been forever since we've had some decent warm weather. I remember when I was a kid, we'd still be having summer vibes in January and not even thinking about bundling up for school 
. Now, it's like the world is one big freezer and I'm just over here trying to survive the cold 
. I swear, I need my snow boots from last winter just to brave the sidewalks. And don't even get me started on the wind chill – I felt like I was going to freeze my face off when I went out on Sunday 
. At least it's not as bad as the Polar Vortex of 2019 though, but still, can we please just have a warm and sunny weekend already? 
! 20 below is crazy cold, I hope people are prepared with proper gear and warm homes. I saw that pic from Sunday's Bears game and I was like, "brrr" 
even in the stadium, it was chillin' at near zero. And now with light snow coming, it's gonna get even worse. I'm thinking of bundling up and hitting Lincoln Park for some ice skating 
but I'm also planning on coziling up at home with a hot cuppa and a good book 
️. This wintry blast better not disrupt my Netflix binge fest 
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, it could be lower or higher and we still wont know till Friday. And what about wind chills, does that even make sense? -20 to -30 feels more like -40 when ur actually outside in it 
20 below is not even a joke anymore! 
I'm all about the winter vibes, but at least 20 below? That's just nuts! 
Wind chills of -30°F? No thanks! 
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. But for the rest of us, it's like... bundle up, Chicago! 
I've lived here all my life, but even I'm a little worried about this arctic blast 
! Bring it on, Chicago! 
. I mean, who likes seeing the temperature drop to like, 20 below? 
Anyway, hope everyone stays warm and cozy this weekend... or at least has some hot chocolate on deck 
i dont think ill be brave enough to venture out though lol. at least we got some warning signs with the winds chill last monday? 
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this chicago thing is gettin crazy! like, record-low temps? 
i dont blame fans for bein brave at the bears game tho 
sunday was, like, super chilly 
but still, who needs sun when u can skate on ice 
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. For me, it's like... have we become so accustomed to our comfort zones that when things get outside of them, we're thrown off balance? Like, what does it mean for us to be happy and fulfilled when the temperature is -20°F or lower 
On a more positive note, it's actually kinda cool (pun intended) that people are embracing the winter weather and enjoying activities like ice skating. It's a great excuse to get outside and enjoy nature even if it is freezing! 
. anywayz 
, stay tuned for those updates 'cause i need to stock up on hot cocoa ASAP 
! I mean, 20 below is expected? That's way too cold for a Monday evening. And don't even get me started on the wind chills, -30°F? Are they even taking into account the lake effect or something? It's not like it's some crazy new weather phenomenon, just your average arctic blast.
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