Illinois is famous for a lot of unique sounds – the crackling of frying onions or the sizzle of a juicy hot dog on the grill, the cheers from a nearby Bears or Cubs game, the sound of summertime cicadas, or the rhythmic rumble of the elevated trains. There are so many wonderful sensory experiences, particularly in Chicago. But perhaps one that is most notable of them all, only comes around during the winter months. Chicago earned its nickname, the “Windy City,” for a reason. The howling winds off Lake Michigan are a constant presence, particularly in the winter months, and we can’t stop listening to these low, melodic tones.

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Want to hear what the winds in Chicago off Lake Michigan sound like? This might just replace my box fan sounds as I sleep!

Do you think the wind off Chicago’s Lake Michigan is the most Illinois sound? Let us know in the comments section! Or, you can always plan a weekend adventure to hear these sounds first-hand, and stay in a lakefront Chicago hotel courtesy of Hotels.com!

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