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Most common cause is a drive (serpentine) belt for alternator, water pump etc slipping a little. Check tensioner, replace belt if glazed. A HVAC supplier should be able to sell you an anti-slip spray on aerosol can, if you're into crude fixes.

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Q: Why does your 2001 impala squeal when engine cold?
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