| Source | WTTW |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Oct. 16, 2026, 1:01 p.m. |
| Last Updated | Oct. 16, 2026, 1:01 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://news.wttw.com/2026/10/16/super-el-ni-o-winter-weather-outlook-here-what-does-it-mean-chicago |
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All signs are pointing to a [ very strong or “super” El Niño ][1] event shaping
up in the Pacific Ocean, which will affect Chicago's upcoming winter in ways
forecasters are beginning to predict.
The [ National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issued its winter
weather outlook ][2] Thur...