< Winter Weather Advisory Illinois | Effective 03/16/2026 01:55

Winter Weather Advisory Illinois | Effective 03/16/2026 01:55

Headline: 
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 16 at 3:55AM CDT until March 16 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event: 
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
March 16, 2026 - 1:55am
Expires: 
March 16, 2026 - 11:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...La Salle, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake IL, and Northern Cook Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow will cause sharply reduced visibilities, particularly in open areas. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Instruction: 
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained at www.gettingaroundillinois.com. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
Area Description: 
Lake; Kane; DuPage; La Salle; Kendall; Northern Cook
Forcast Office: 
NWS Chicago IL