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January Chicago Weather
- Average High Temperature: 30°F (-1°C)
- Average Low Temperature: 15°F (-9°C)
- Average Precipitation: 1.8"
- Average Snowfall: 10.99"
Chicago weather in January is definitely on the frigid side, with the daily temps rarely go above the freezing mark. Many longtime Chicago residents can recount many times the wind chill in January has dipped well below zero (the record being minus 93 degrees), so warm coats and boots more certainly need to make their way to your suitcase. Here are some other important things to know when traveling to Chicago in January.
January Events/Notes
- Winter Wonderfest at Navy Pier - Ends January 3, 2010: Navy Pier turns itself into a "Winter Wonderfest" each Christmas season, featuring a number of different attractions, rides, and ice skating.
- Martin Luther King Day: January 18, 2010 - Local government offices are closed, but museums and tourist attractions will be open.
