Multiple Cities Experience Early-Season Record Snowfalls
PUBLISHED Nov 29, 2025, 10:41 AM ET
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Chicago, Denver and Syracuse saw significant snowfall this week, disrupting travel and operations. Saturday's storm produced record November totals in Chicago with 8.7 inches at O'Hare and widespread cancellations; residents documented conditions. Denver recorded its first measurable snow Saturday (0.2 inches at DIA) while mountain locations reported up to 10.8 inches. Central New York endured a lake-effect event Thursday–Friday with up to 18 inches in parts and a 10.3-inch record day in Syracuse; forecasters predicted an additional 2–12 inches for a Tuesday coastal system. Agencies cited National Weather Service measurements and local airport records. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Thursday–Friday: Lake-effect snow dumps heavy totals in Central New York (up to 18 inches).
- Friday: Syracuse records 10.3 inches in one day, breaking a local November record.
- Saturday: Chicago records 8.7 inches at O'Hare; widespread flight cancellations and travel disruption occur.
- Saturday: Denver records first measurable snow at DIA (0.2 inches); mountain sites report up to ~10.8 inches.
- Tuesday–Wednesday: Forecasts predict additional systems bringing 2–12 inches in Upstate NY and a messy commute for the Front Range.
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Ski areas, water resource managers and municipal winter service providers benefited from fresh snowfall that improves ski conditions, increases near-term water supply prospects, and generates demand for snow-removal and winter services.
Commuters, airlines and local businesses suffered disruptions from cancellations, crashes, hazardous driving conditions, and delayed operations during record snow and subsequent storms.
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