Chicago Weather History: Earthquake and Record Temperatures
• In 1937, a 5.4-magnitude earthquake centered in Ohio was felt in Chicago, causing minor disturbances.
• Chicago's highest recorded temperature on March 8 was 78°F (26°C) in 2000, while the lowest was -7°F (-22°C) in
• Chicago has experienced varied weather extremes, including a 1931 snowfall of 5.3 inches and 1.67 inches of precipitation in 2009.
1937 earthquake and temperature extremes in Chicago
On March 8, 1937, Chicago experienced an earthquake originating in northwest Ohio. This seismic event caused minor disruptions but no major damage in Chicago.
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