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Dangerous Heat and Possible Flooding

Dangerous heat will persist across the Southwest U.S. through Saturday with daytime highs of 110-115°F. Extreme Heat Warnings remain in effect. Dangerous heat will build across the southern Plains again beginning this weekend. Heavy to excessive rain over the Carolinas Friday may lead to isolated areas of flash flooding. Read More >

Chicago, IL

Weather Forecast Office

February 12-13, 2020: Light to Moderate Snow Event

Weather.gov > Chicago, IL > February 12-13, 2020: Light to Moderate Snow Event

Fast Facts

  • The official snowfall for Chicago was 3.5" observed at Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
  • The official snowfall for Rockford was 2.4" observed at Chicago Rockford International Airport.
  • Other snowfall amounts include 3.8" at the NWS Chicago in Romeoville and 4.0" observed 3 miles southwest of Chicago Midway International Airport.

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