Chicago, IL Snow Records
The biggest single-day snowfalls ever recorded near Chicago (60601).
Record Snowfall
14.3"
December 11, 2000
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Top 10 Snowiest Days
| # | Date | Snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | December 11, 2000 | 14.3" |
| 2 | December 8, 2005 | 9.6" |
| 3 | January 30, 2002 | 5.9" |
| 4 | December 13, 2000 | 4.1" |
| 5 | January 20, 2006 | 3.2" |
| 6 | December 7, 2000 | 1.9" |
| 7 | December 10, 2005 | 1.7" |
| 8 | December 21, 2000 | 1.7" |
| 9 | February 28, 2005 | 1.7" |
| 10 | December 20, 2000 | 1.6" |
Based on 40 days with recorded snowfall from the nearest weather station.
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