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Lake effect snow could pile up in parts of Chicagoland

Lake effect rain will transition to wet snow Thursday night, potentially affecting Friday morning's commute in parts of Chicagoland.

Chicago Metropolitan Area, IL · 2d

Fox 32 Chicago

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Chicago snow timeline: When we could see our first flakes of the season

Chicago could see its first snowflakes of the season later this week as lake effect showers move through the region. Rain showers are expected to spread inland across northeastern Illinois and northwestern Indiana on Thursday before shifting east toward the Illinois-Indiana state line Thursday night. Snow could mix with rain...

Chicago, IL · 3d

Country Herald

Illinois Weather Alert: 35 MPH Winds, Snow Chance Nov 11-15

Chicago faces 35 mph wind gusts, an 80% rain chance and possible snow before the weekend.

sevenlakes.news

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Arctic Blasts and Winter Storms Threaten Minneapolis, Chicago, Des Moines, and St. Louis From Thanksgiving Week Into December After Polar Vortex Disruption

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — A Sudden Stratospheric Warming Event has officially occurred high above the North Pole, and it could set the stage for a major pattern change across the Midwest. The event has disrupted the polar vortex, which often opens the door for Arctic air to spill south into the Lower 48. Forecasters say the change could last from Thanksgiving week through at least the first half of December. Repeated Arctic blasts and elevated winter storm chances are expected across a wide part of the region.

Des Moines, IA · 5d

Country Herald

Illinois-Indiana Snow Alert: Lake-Effect Snow Friday, Nov. 13

Lake-effect showers shift toward the state line Thursday night before focusing on northwest Indiana Friday.

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FOX 32 Chicago

Lake effect snow could pile up in parts of Chicagoland

Lake County, IN · 2d

Chicago weather: Lake-effect showers, possible snow expected through Friday

CHICAGO - Lake effect takes center stage today through at least Friday night. There remain plenty of questions about whether any snow mixes in and where that might happen. For example, the European model has consistently shown zero snow whatsoever. Most models, however, do indicate at least some snow mixing in, particularly in Northwest Indiana. More on that in just a minute.

Chicago, IL · 3d

sevenlakes.news

Polar Vortex Breakdown and Super El Niño Could Clash Over Chicago, Dallas, and the Southern U.S. Late This Month, Raising Arctic Cold Concerns

CHICAGO — Forecasters across the country are closely watching the end of November for what could become a rare clash of weather extremes. A strong El Niño, one of the most powerful on record, is already shaping the winter outlook. At the same time, the polar vortex is showing signs of weakening unusually early in the season. If cold air from a disrupted polar vortex rushes south and meets El Niño’s influence, the result could flip the script on many seasonal forecasts.

nildealnow.com

Coldest Air of the Season Brings Saturday Morning Wind Chills in the Teens and 20s to Illinois Including Chicago, Rockford, and Peoria

ILLINOIS — The coldest air of the season so far is set to arrive in Illinois this weekend, though it will only stick around for a short time. Temperatures on Saturday morning are expected to start in the 20s and 30s across the state. Combined with a steady breeze, wind chills will make it feel like the teens and 20s for anyone heading out early in the day.

Illinois · 4d

CBS News

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Winter Weather Advisory issued for Lake County, Indiana, for lake effect snow

Lake County, IN · 3d

NBC Chicago

Chicago forecast: Big weather change brings rain and storms, with snowflakes and slush on the way

UPDATE: A ground stop was issued for flights heading to Chicago's O'Hare Airport due to thunderstorms. The stop is in effect until at least 2:15 p.m. CT. After weeks of mild and dry weather with bright blue skies, a change is coming to the Chicago-area forecast, with a drop in temperatures, rain, scattered storms and even a chance for snowflakes.

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FOX 32 Chicago

Lake-effect showers, possible snow expected in Chicagoland

Chicago Metropolitan Area, IL · 3d

franchising.com

As Tornado Alley Shifts, Storm Guard Sees Storm Damage Surge in Wisconsin and Illinois

November 11, 2026 // Franchising.com // FORT WORTH, Texas — The map of where tornadoes hit is changing, and Storm Guard is seeing the effects firsthand. Over the last five to ten years, franchisees in markets typically considered outside traditional Tornado Alley have reported a clear rise in tornadoes and severe storm damage. The change is most pronounced in the brand's northern markets, especially Wisconsin and Illinois.

Wisconsin · 4d

CBS News

An ocean current is on the verge of collapse. It could change Chicago weather for 1,000 years

Chicago, IL · 5d

CBS News

Lake-effect rain turning to snow Thursday night

Lake County, IN · 3d

CBS News

First snow of the season arrives this week

Chicago, IL · 3d

Fox 32 Chicago

Lake effect rain and snow will impact parts of Chicagoland this week

Chicago will see scattered rain Wednesday before colder air brings lake effect showers and a possible rain-snow mix Thursday night into Friday, with sunshine returning this weekend.

Fox 32 Chicago

Chicago weather: Another mild day, storms possible; cooler air arrives Thursday

CHICAGO - A mild day gives way to cooler weather, with rain chances today and a stretch of mostly sunny skies later this week. Chicago-area highs today will reach the mid to upper 50s, after highs in the upper 60s yesterday. Skies will be mostly cloudy, with a chance for rain and thunderstorms. A few gusty storms are possible in northwest Indiana.