Chicago Braces for Heavy Snowfall This Thanksgiving Weekend, Predicts Meteorologist
Chicago is bracing for a significant snowfall this Thanksgiving weekend. Meteorologists predict that the area could receive up to nine inches of snow.
Weather Alerts and Conditions
An AccuWeather Alert has been issued due to a cold front causing strong winds. These winds may reach up to 50 mph on Wednesday. A Wind Advisory is in effect from 3 a.m. to 9 p.m. on that day, with wind chills expected to hover in the teens and 20s.
Thanksgiving Day Weather
Thanksgiving Day is shaping up to be dry but blustery, with afternoon highs in the 30s. A cold front will linger into Black Friday, bringing partly cloudy skies. Flurries may occur in Northwest Indiana.
Snow Forecast for the Weekend
Attention turns to the snow forecast late Friday into Sunday morning. The latest European weather model suggests that snowfall could range from 6 to 10 inches from Saturday to Sunday. Conversely, the GFS model indicates a lower total of about 4 inches for the Chicago area.
Timing of the Snow
According to meteorologist Greg Dutra, the storm system is expected to impact the region starting Saturday morning, with snow moving into Chicago by around 4 a.m. The snowfall is anticipated to cause a snowy Saturday, with conditions clearing late Sunday morning.
Advisories in Surrounding Areas
- Winter Weather Advisory issued for Berrien County, Michigan.
- Advisory effective from Wednesday 9 a.m. to Friday 7 a.m.
Stay updated with the latest snow forecasts and weather alerts through El-Balad for a safe Thanksgiving weekend in Chicago.
