Chicago Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Chicago get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Chicago in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Chicago averages 38.8 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Chicago Midway Ap 3Sw (16.4 km away). Snow season usually runs Nov through Apr, and Jan is the snowiest month (12.5 in). A typical winter brings about 11.3 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 3.6 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Chicago get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Chicago in the last 72 hours (checked Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Refreshing…
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Storm-total reports from NWS spotters, CoCoRaHS observers and official stations. Preliminary — totals can rise as later reports arrive.
Chicago snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Chicago yet this season.
Average snowfall in Chicago
That is more snow than 54% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Illinois average of 31.2 inches.
Station: Chicago Midway Ap 3Sw (NOAA USC00111577), elevation 189 m, 16.4 km from Chicago. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Chicago
- Bridgeport 38.8″/yr
- Cicero 38.4″/yr
- Woodlawn 38.8″/yr
- Oak Park 38.4″/yr
- Berwyn 38.4″/yr
- Chatham 38.8″/yr
- Forest Park 38.4″/yr
- Lyons 38.8″/yr
- River Forest 38.4″/yr
- Evergreen Park 38.8″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Chicago today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Chicago from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Chicago get a year?
On average 38.8 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Chicago Midway Ap 3Sw.
What is the snowiest month in Chicago?
Jan, with an average of 12.5 inches.
Why do snowfall totals differ between nearby towns?
Elevation, distance from the coast or lakes, and narrow snow bands can change totals by several inches within a few miles. Reports are also taken at different times during a storm.