Chicago Seasonal Snowfall: 2025-26 Compared to Historical Records
Chicago Seasonal Snowfall: 2025-26 Compared to Historical Records
US · Published Apr 8, 2026
Chicago's average annual snowfall is 38.4 inches, but the 2024-25 season only saw 17.6 inches.
The highest snowfall recorded in a single season was 89.7 inches in 1978-79, while the lowest was 9.8 inches in 1920-
The 2025-26 snowfall season is being compared to historical data to identify trends and inform winter preparations.
Chicago snowfall varies yearly, 38.4 inches average
Chicago's seasonal snowfall, which spans from July to June, varies significantly from year to year. The National Weather Service reports an average annual snowfall of 38.4 inches. The 2024-25 season, however, saw only 17.6 inches, illustrating the unpredictability of the region's winter weather.
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