Expect 1 to 4 Inches of Snow, Strong Winds Thursday

Wednesday's rain will turn into snow Thursday, with strong winds and possible power outages and wind damage.

Heaviest Snow to Hit Chicago Between 5 and 9 p.m.

A winter storm warning is in effect from 3 p.m. Thursday to 3 a.m. Friday, according to the National Weather Service.

Dec. 20, 8:45 a.m.  A winter storm warning has been declared for Bolingbrook from 3 p.m. Thursday to 3 a.m. Friday, according to the National Weather Service.  The heaviest snowfall is expected to hit the immediate Chicago area between 5 and 9 p.m. Expect reduced visibility, high winds and blowing and drifting snow.  How much snow will fall is still unclear, but NWS predicts between two to six inches of snow, with the highest amounts in the far north and northwest suburbs.  Winds will increase from 30 to 40 mph Thursday afternoon to 50 to 60 mph Thursday evening.  Strong winds may cause minor damage and power outages.  Dec. 19, 4:15 p.m.  It will start with occasional rain and nearly balmy temperatures of 48 to 50 by 11 a.m., according to …

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First Snowstorm of the Season Set to Arrive Thursday

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather alert for Bolingbrook, and some forecasters say we could be in for six to 12 inches of the white stuff.

Updated: First Snowstorm of the Season Set to Arrive Thursday

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather alert for Bolingbrook, and some forecasters say we could be in for six to 12 inches of the white stuff.

Updated: Dec. 18, 2 p.m.  The National Weather Service continues to warn of a "rapidly strengthening storm." The NWS still expects the storm to begin with rain Wednesday night. Colder air will turn that rain into all snow by midday Thursday.  Current predictions show that six of more inches will fall in eastern Iowa, northwestern and north central Illinois and Wisconsin.  As more of the storm is known, snow predictions can rise or fall.  The NWS is more certain about winds with gusts as high as 45 to 50 mph Thursday afternoon and evening.  Travel is expected to be difficult Thursday, and the storm will affect air travel, the NWS said.  Original story  Snow might finally arrive in Bolingbrook Thursday, according to the National Weather …

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You Can Thank La Nina for the Moody Weather

National Weather Service predicts cooler temperatures, precipitation will continue.

Enjoy Tuesday's warmer weather Bolingbrook, because the good days may be few and far between for some time, according to the National Weather Service. The dreary days are going to continue. Richard Castro, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Romeoville said that our weather is the direct result of a La Niña weather system and even though the system is weakening it will continue to be the cause for ongoing precipitation and cool temperatures. “[The La Niña] was moderate to strong during the fall and winter months and still has an influence during the spring. It will continue to have an influence on the weather patterns,” Castro said. With La Niña influencing our weather we are experiencing cooler temperatures, above normal …

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Weather Advisory: Expect More Snow

According to the National Weather Service, a winter storm will hit the area around 6 p.m.

Another winter storm is heading Bolingbrook's way. Meteorologist Charles Mott of the National Weather Service said a winter weather advisory will take effect at 6 p.m. Wednesday for the Joliet area. Temperatures will hover around 20 degrees overnight, with three to five inches of snow accumulation, Mott said. The advisory is in effect until noon Thursday. Friday's forecast calls for sunshine, but the white stuff could be back by Sunday, Mott said. "There's a chance of more snow Sunday and Monday," he noted.

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