Chicago Braces for Extreme Cold Snap with Wind Chills as Low as -35°F
Chicago Braces for Extreme Cold Snap with Wind Chills as Low as -35°F
US · Published Jan 22, 2026
Chicago is under an extreme cold watch with wind chills expected to reach -35°F.
Sub-zero temperatures and strong winds will create hazardous conditions, including the risk of frostbite.
Snow showers and wind gusts over 40 mph will lead to low visibility and dangerous travel conditions.
Extreme cold watch issued for Chicago
Chicago is bracing for a brutal cold snap this weekend, with wind chill temperatures plummeting to as low as -35°F. The National Weather Service has issued an extreme cold watch effective from late Thursday night through Friday morning, warning residents to prepare for potentially life-threatening conditions.
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