Flurries Today, Lake-Effect Snow Advisory in NW Indiana

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

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.

What they’re saying