Valentine's Day Weather in Chicago: Historical Extremes
Valentine's Day Weather in Chicago: Historical Extremes
US · Published Feb 10, 2026
Chicago's warmest Valentine's Day since 1871 was 62°F in 1954, while the coldest was -11°F in
The wettest Valentine's Day in Chicago saw nearly an inch of rain in 1950, and the snowiest had 8.3 inches of snow in
Historical weather data helps Chicagoans prepare for the unpredictable conditions on Valentine's Day.
Valentine's Day weather in Chicago is unpredictable
Valentine's Day in Chicago is often a mixed bag when it comes to weather, and historical data confirms this. Since 1871, Chicago has experienced a wide range of conditions on February 14th, from balmy warmth to bitter cold and significant snowfall. According to data from the National Weather Service and reported by the Chicago Tribune, the warmest Valentine's Day in Chicago occurred in 1954, with a high temperature of 62°F (16°C). In stark contrast, the coldest Valentine's Day was recorded in 1905, plunging to a frigid low of -11°F (-24°C).
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