Flurries Today, Lake-Effect Snow Advisory in NW Indiana

Chilly air sticks around with chance of flurries, but temperatures rebound later this week.

Feb. 23, 2026 at 11:25am

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Chicago is experiencing cold conditions and lake-effect snow today, with highs in the upper 20s and a winter weather advisory in effect for Porter and LaPorte counties in northwest Indiana. However, temperatures are expected to rebound later this week, with near-50-degree highs possible by Friday.

Why it matters

Chicago's volatile winter weather can significantly impact travel, school closures, and outdoor activities. The lake-effect snow in northwest Indiana is a common weather phenomenon that can create hazardous driving conditions.

The details

There is a chance for flurries in Chicago today, with lake-effect snow expected to bring 2 to 4 inches of accumulation in Porter and LaPorte counties under a winter weather advisory until 6 p.m. Temperatures will struggle to reach the upper 20s today.

  • Today, there is a chance for flurries with lake-effect snow in Porter and LaPorte counties.
  • Tomorrow will be mostly cloudy with highs in the low to mid 40s and a chance for mixed rain/snow in the afternoon.
  • Wednesday will be sunny with highs in the mid 30s, but there is a chance for snow Wednesday night into early Thursday.
  • Friday will be sunny with highs near 50, and Saturday will be partly sunny with highs in the low to mid 40s.
  • There is a chance for snow on Sunday with highs in the mid 30s.

The players

Kaitlin Cody

A Fox Chicago meteorologist who provided the information for this weather report.

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What they’re saying

“The information in this report came from Fox Chicago Meteorologist Kaitlin Cody.”

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The takeaway

Chicago's volatile winter weather can significantly impact daily life, and residents should stay informed about potential hazardous conditions like lake-effect snow in order to plan accordingly.