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Scarf for Chicago in December

Verdict

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Lows around 22°F — a scarf traps warmth at the neck for zero bulk.

Why

Chicago in December averages highs of 36°F, lows of 22°F, 11 rainy days.

That climate means a scarf earns its space in the bag. Lows around 22°F — a scarf traps warmth at the neck for zero bulk.

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