Coverage dated October 13, 2026

When is the first average snowfall in Chicago?

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Fall might have just begun, but snow is just around the corner for many areas in the Midwest. Just when you might see your first snowflakes and measurable snowfall depends on where in the Midwest you live. Chicago's snowfall averages and records The average first date of snow for Chicago is Oct.

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  1. Fox2 Detroit

    When is the first average snowfall across the Midwest? (opens Fox2 Detroit)

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    Fox2 Detroit's feed description

    Fall might have just begun, but snow is just around the corner for many areas in the Midwest. Just when you might see your first snowflakes and measurable snowfall depends on where in the Midwest you live.

  2. Fox32 Chicago

    When is the first average snowfall in Chicago? (opens Fox32 Chicago)

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    Fox32 Chicago's feed description

    Fall might have just begun, but snow is just around the corner for many areas in the Midwest. Just when you might see your first snowflakes and measurable snowfall depends on where in the Midwest you live. Chicago's snowfall averages and records The average first date of snow for Chicago is Oct.

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