Snow Predictions 2024 Chicago. In the chicago area specifically, winters associated with a strong la niña pattern tend to have warmer temperatures, but also to have more snowfall, with more frequent blizzards and winter. This map is the official nws snowfall forecast in inches during the time period shown on the graphic.
As of their latest update earlier this month, forecasters believe there is a greater than 95% chance that an el niño weather pattern will persist through feb. Precipitation and snowfall will be below normal, with the most snow in late december, from late january into early february, and from late february into early march.