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Chicago Faces Brutal Cold: Wind Chills Plummet to -35°F

1/22/2026

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An Extreme Cold Watch is in effect late Thursday night through Friday morning as Chicago faces wind chills to -35°F.
Temperatures may not exceed -5 degrees, and gusty snow showers Wednesday evening will create hazardous travel.
The cold snap will persist through the weekend, with warming not expected until Tuesday.
Residents should stay indoors and cover exposed skin to prevent frostbite, which can occur in 10 minutes.

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An Extreme Cold Watch is in effect late Thursday night through Friday morning as Chicago faces wind chills to -35°F.
Temperatures may not exceed -5 degrees, and gusty snow showers Wednesday evening will create hazardous travel.
The cold snap will persist through the weekend, with warming not expected until Tuesday.
Residents should stay indoors and cover exposed skin to prevent frostbite, which can occur in 10 minutes.