A heavy band of wind-whipped snow made for near white-out conditions and prompted a snow squall warning for several Chicago-area counties Wednesday morning, but just how much snow is expected to fall?

Rain moves into Chicago this afternoon as temperatures peak in the mid to upper 50s tonight, followed by cooler weather.

Chicago’s thaw continues this week with 40s, rain chances and a possible 50-degree day before colder air returns for the weekend.

After a chance of flurries to start the weekend and chilly conditions overall, warmer temperatures are on the horizon across the Chicago area.

Weather conditions will remain mostly quiet heading into the weekend, with no significant precipitation expected locally.

How the weather might impact wild card weekend, including possible snow showers in New England, Chicago and cold temperatures in Pittsburgh.

MILWAUKEE - The Green Bay Packers are at it again to play the Chicago Bears in the Wild Card playoff this Saturday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Whether you are traveling to Chicago to view the game or watch it locally, the weather looks to impact weekend travel.

Jason Logan breaks down the Packers vs. Bears weather and odds for Saturday, January 10, where high winds could be a factor.