West Chicago Snowfall Totals

How much snow did West Chicago get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of West Chicago in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). West Chicago averages 46.2 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from St. Charles 0.1 E (8.8 km away). Snow season usually runs Nov through Apr, and Feb is the snowiest month (13.0 in). A typical winter brings about 13.6 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 5.6 days with 3 inches or more.

How much snow did West Chicago get? Latest snow totals

No snowfall reported within 16 miles of West Chicago in the last 72 hours (checked Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Refreshing…

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Storm-total reports from NWS spotters, CoCoRaHS observers and official stations. Preliminary — totals can rise as later reports arrive.

West Chicago snowfall totals, 2026–27 season

No snow has been reported within 16 miles of West Chicago yet this season.

Average snowfall in West Chicago

46.2″average per year

That is more snow than 66% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Illinois average of 31.2 inches.

13.6days/yr with 1″+ snowfall
5.6days/yr with 3″+ snowfall
2days/yr with 5″+ snowfall
0.2days/yr with 10″+ snowfall

Station: St. Charles 0.1 E (NOAA US1ILKN0064), elevation 232 m, 8.8 km from West Chicago. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.

Snowfall totals near West Chicago

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Frequently asked questions

What are the snowfall totals in West Chicago today?

The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of West Chicago from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.

How much snow does West Chicago get a year?

On average 46.2 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for St. Charles 0.1 E.

What is the snowiest month in West Chicago?

Feb, with an average of 13.0 inches.

Why do snowfall totals differ between nearby towns?

Elevation, distance from the coast or lakes, and narrow snow bands can change totals by several inches within a few miles. Reports are also taken at different times during a storm.