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Gusty snow showers Wednesday afternoon in Chicago

Gusty snow showers Wednesday afternoon in Chicago
Gusty snow showers Wednesday afternoon in Chicago 02:07

CHICAGO (CBS) — After five consecutive days below freezing, temperatures shift to the upper 30s on Wednesday in Chicago. 

This warm-up is short-lived as a cold front moves through tonight. Gusty snow showers develop in the afternoon, between 2 p.m. and 9 p.m. Minor accumulation is expected. 

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A wind advisory goes into effect for wind gusts up to 50 mph from 2 p.m. through midnight. This will reduce travelers' visibility this afternoon and evening. 

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Falling temperatures overnight with blustery conditions. Wind chill values range from -5 to -15 degrees by Thursday morning. Highs reach the middle 20s for Thursday afternoon. 

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Better weather by the weekend with temperatures in the 40s. 

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