Chicago, IL – Gusty lake effect snow swept across the Chicago area early Monday morning, creating hazardous driving conditions and slowdowns for the morning commute. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) Chicago, travel is not advised where heavier snow bands are occurring, especially near Lake Michigan.
The weather service reported at 3:20 a.m. Monday, Nov. 10, that snow rates of up to two inches per hour were possible in localized areas. Visibility remains reduced, particularly along the lakeshore and in southern Cook and Lake Counties. Snow is expected to gradually taper off from north to southeast through the morning, with most activity ending by early afternoon.
Drivers in Chicago, Joliet, Kankakee, Valparaiso, and Rensselaer should expect slick pavement, gusty winds, and variable conditions depending on proximity to the lake. The NWS emphasized that conditions can change quickly over short distances and urged commuters to allow extra time for travel.
Following Monday’s snow, a gradual warmup is expected. Highs will climb from the mid-30s today to near 60 degrees by Friday, with mostly sunny skies returning midweek.
