Chicago Weather

The first snowfall of the season along with gusty winds is likely to impact the Thursday morning commute.

While Wednesday morning started out rainy for some, the Chicago area’s first snowflakes of the season are expected to fall later in the day, with “intense bursts of heavy, wet snow” expected by Thursday morning, the NBC 5 Storm Team said.

Brace yourself: Here comes much cooler weather, and the Chicago area’s first snow of the season.

A windy and cloudy Wednesday is likely ahead in the Chicago area, with the possibility of a rain shower as temperatures drop.

The Chicago area typically sees its first measurable snowfall of the season around Nov. 18 — and this year looks to be right on track.

Alicia Roman has the latest forecast.

NBC 5 Storm Team Chief Meteorologist Brant Miller has a look at the forecast for Monday night and beyond.

The Chicago-area forecast called for a rainy and foggy day Monday, with waves of showers and mild temperatures before the possibility of the season’s first snowflakes later in the week.

Alicia Roman has the latest forecast.

Some snowflakes may mix in Wednesday and Thursday

This week will begin with temps well above their seasonal averages and could include the Chicago area’s first snow of the season, according to forecast models.

Chance of light rain returns later today

Chance of showers arrives late Sunday

Residents in the Chicago area are likely waking up to gloomy skies and cool temperatures Saturday morning, with a seasonal start to the weekend in store for much of the region.

Cloudy skies and seasonal temperatures are likely in the Chicago area for Saturday, with highs in the mid 50s.

When could the Chicago area see its first snowflakes? The answer could come just in time for the start of the holiday season.

Iisha Scott has the latest forecast update for the Chicago area.

Alicia Roman has the latest forecast.

Kevin Jeanes has the latest forecast for the Chicago area.

The Chicago area Thursday was waking up to a dreary morning, with clouds, drizzle, fog and mist as overnight rain lingered.