Chicago Winter Trivia

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What is the average LOW temperature at night during January in Chicago?

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16 degrees

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Why does Chicago get such cold winters?

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Both of the above: We aren't close to any oceans and there's a lot of flat land to our west.

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

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1978/79

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Which month is the snowiest in Chicago?

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January

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What does there need to be for a storm to be called a BLIZZARD?

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Winds above 35 mph.

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What is the average HIGH temperature during January in Chicago?

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Around 30 degrees.

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What is a common weather phenomenon in Chicago during winter?

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Lake-effect snow.

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What is the term for a severe snowstorm with strong winds and low visibility?

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Blizzard.

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What is the typical range of snowfall in Chicago during winter months?

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20 to 40 inches.

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What is the main reason for Chicago's cold winters?

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Its continental climate, far from oceans.