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It's Chicago, so you should already know what you're getting into. Basically, winter comes early and stays late. Snow and ice will blanket the ground for most of winter quarter, with the sun making a guest appearance every once in a while. But don't be freaked out. Fall is a beautiful time of year, with perfect mid-70s weather and leaves that are changing colors. Spring might come later—rain, wind, and 40-degree weather could last well into mid- to late April—but it's arrival is well worth the wait, if only to get a respite from all the cold.

At the end of the day, as much as some students complain about the cold, they get through it. It's really all about preparation. Heavy snow jackets, thermal underwear, and a strong understanding of the art of layering are keys to survival. But you will be OK because the weather really isn't as bad as some make it out to be.

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moreforthat

'15

English

2.3

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Cold....

It's Evanston. There's a lake right there. The cold here is not a joke, and it can snow a lot. If your classes are far from your dorm, then that really sucks.

Jan 23, 2012

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Jdkatzy

'14

Business Administration and Management

2.3

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BAD

Chicago has great weather for two months of the year in july and august so when no one is there. The winter is brutal and doesn't really get warm until mid to late april if you're lucky. Sometimes it doesn't get warm until may , which sucks because school is over in the first week of june. You also get there in september and it starts to get cold in October. It also rains a lot when it isn't snowing. When it is nice weather the beach if awesome and everyone goes out. Only really nice in september and most of spring quarter.

Nov 28, 2011

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bhowland

'15

Economics

2.3

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Windy

Honestly, if you're going to school for nice weather, you obviously aren't picking Northwestern. It gets cold fast, and the wind adds an extra component that makes early morning walks to class almost unbearable.

Nov 27, 2011

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Lakefill Students make some music on the lakefill.

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The rock The area around the rock at sunrise.

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snow bikes A look at the snow bikes after a huge blizzard.

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