First snow of the season for Chicago area
CHICAGO (CBS) — Chicago residents are in the midst of the first snow of the season, and there's more to come.
The widespread snow has moved in, which has resulted in slushy accumulations on the roads and reduced visibility.
As far as snow amounts, CBS Chicago meteorologist David Yeomans says that the area can expect to see from 2 to 4 inches of accumulation overall.
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A winter weather advisory was in effect until 1 p.m. in the Chicago area. The advisory has been extended until 3 p.m. in Northwest Indiana as well as in Kankakee County. Snow continues at least through noon before changing over to a cold afternoon rain.
A wind advisory is also in effect throughout the day for wind gusts up to 50 mph. Wind chills will be as low as the 20s. As the system departs, rain showers linger into the evening and overnight.
From noon through the evening, expect rising temperatures. The snow should change to cold rain showers, with overall improving conditions.
Conditions stay windy into Friday as temperatures recover into the middle 40s. Temperatures rebound back to the 50s by Sunday.
