Did Chicago Get Drowned Yesterday? A Deep Dive into the Rainfall
I'm Not a Meteorologist, But I Play One on the Internet
So, you want to know how much it rained in Chicago yesterday? Well, buckle up, because I'm about to unleash my inner weatherman. Or, more accurately, my inner armchair meteorologist who occasionally confuses a drizzle with a monsoon.
Let's get one thing straight: I'm not a professional weather forecaster. If I was, I'd be rich, famous, and probably have a really cool nickname like "Stormy Steve" or "Rain Man Randy." But alas, I'm just a regular person with an unhealthy obsession with the weather app.
Yesterday's Weather: A Tale of Two Cities (or Just One, Really)
Now, let's talk about Chicago's weather yesterday. Did it rain cats and dogs? Or was it more of a gentle sprinkle that barely qualified as precipitation? Unfortunately, I don't have access to a time machine (yet), so I can't give you a firsthand account. But fear not! The internet is a magical place filled with information, and I'm here to share the knowledge.
A quick Google search later...
Okay, so it seems like Chicago experienced some pretty decent rainfall yesterday. Not Noah's Ark levels, but enough to give the local ducks a swimming pool party. While I can't tell you the exact inch count without consulting a highly accurate rain gauge (which, sadly, I don't own), it was definitely more than just a passing shower.
Did Chicago Turn Into Atlantis?
Probably not. But if you were planning a picnic, you might have had to reschedule. And if you forgot your umbrella, well, you probably got a little wet. Let's just hope no one tried to build an ark in a panic.
How to Find Out the Exact Rainfall
- How to use a weather app: Most weather apps provide hourly and daily rainfall data. Just input Chicago as your location and check the precipitation graph.
- How to check a local news website: Local news outlets often report on weather conditions, including rainfall amounts.
- How to consult a weather service: Websites like the National Weather Service provide detailed weather data for specific locations.
- How to ask a neighbor: Sometimes, the best source of information is right next door.
- How to install a rain gauge: If you're really curious, invest in a rain gauge and become a citizen scientist!