Snow Storm 2024 Chicago 2024. Thursday night and friday morning, a winter storm watch will go into effect for the entire chicago area, with wind gusts in excess of 50 miles per hour and heavy snow possible. Similar to the recent atmospheric river event, the invasion of moisture along the west coast is expected to result in heavy rain and gusty winds in the lower elevations and mountain.
A bus drops off a commuter near the berwyn metra stop as a winter storm hits the chicago area with heavy snow on jan. The national weather service (nws) has issued a winter storm warning bringing heavy snow, strong winds and dangerous travel conditions.