The lowest temperature ever recorded in Minneapolis was \( -41^{\circ} \mathrm{F} \). The lowest temperature ever recorded in Chicago was \( -27^{\circ} \mathrm{F} \). Was the Chicago temperature warmer or colder, and by how many degrees? Select one:

The Chicago temperature of \( -27^{\circ} \mathrm{F} \) was warmer than the Minneapolis temperature of \( -41^{\circ} \mathrm{F} \) because it is less negative. To find how many degrees warmer, you subtract \( -41 \) from \( -27 \), which is \( -27 - (-41) = 14 \). So, Chicago was 14 degrees warmer! The dramatic differences between urban temperatures often highlight how cities can create their own microclimates thanks to things like concrete heat absorption and building materials. It turns out, even in frigid temperatures, cities like Minneapolis can feel markedly colder than their nearby counterparts!