Chicago Winter Trivia

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Which month is the snowiest in Chicago?

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January is the snowiest month in Chicago.

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What winter gave us the coldest ever recorded in Chicago?

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The winter of 2013/14 recorded the coldest temperatures in Chicago.

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What was the LEAST amount of snowfall Chicago has received over a winter?

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The least amount of snowfall recorded in Chicago over a winter is 9.8 inches.

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What is the average amount of snow Chicago gets each winter?

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Chicago averages 36 inches of snow each winter.

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In which winter did Chicago get its record snowfall of 89.7 inches?

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The record snowfall of 89.7 inches in Chicago occurred in the winter of 1978/79.

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What is the significance of January in Chicago's winter weather?

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January is significant as it is typically the snowiest month in Chicago.

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How does the winter of 2013/14 compare to other winters in Chicago?

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The winter of 2013/14 is notable for having the coldest recorded temperatures in Chicago.

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What does 9.8 inches of snowfall represent in Chicago's history?

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9.8 inches is the least amount of snowfall recorded in a winter season in Chicago.

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Why is 36 inches an important figure for Chicago winters?

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36 inches is the average snowfall that Chicago receives each winter.

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What event occurred in the winter of 1978/79 in Chicago?

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The winter of 1978/79 is known for the record snowfall of 89.7 inches in Chicago.