WEATHER BLOG: September Ended on a Warm Note; October Begins Markedly Cooler
The first day of October is set to bring pleasant, fall-like weather to Chicagoland, with a twist – it’ll get quite breezy. Early-morning temperatures are already into the 60s around the area, as depicted in the image below.
However, a north/northwest breeze, with gusts up to 30 miles per hour, is expected to cool things off a bit later Tuesday morning. Temperatures will bounce back a bit, producing afternoon highs in the upper 60s to lower 70s, which is right in line with normal for Oct. 1 in Chicagoland.
Forecast for the Week
Tuesday will be sunny, with temperatures climbing back up to the upper 60s to lower 70s. The breezy conditions will continue throughout the day, with gusts up to 30 miles per hour.
For the remainder of the week, temperatures will continue to rise, with highs in the lower 70s on Wednesday and the upper 70s on Thursday. The lake effect will likely cool things down a bit along the shore.
First Weekend of October
Looking ahead to the first weekend of October, the forecast is looking tremendous, with highs in the 70s and plenty of sunshine.
Forecast
TODAY: Mostly sunny, winds NNW at 15-20 mph, gusts to 30. High: 68.
TONIGHT: Partly cloudy, winds NNW at 5-10 mph. Low: 47.
TOMORROW: Mainly sunny, winds SSW at 5-10 mph, gusts to 15. High: 72.
Conclusion
As the first day of October brings pleasant fall weather to Chicagoland, it’s essential to plan accordingly. With temperatures set to rise throughout the week, be sure to dress in layers and take advantage of the sunny skies.
FAQs
Q: Will it be cold in the mornings?
A: No, temperatures are expected to be mild, ranging from the mid-60s to low 70s.
Q: Will the breezy conditions continue throughout the week?
A: Yes, breezy conditions are expected to continue, with gusts up to 30 miles per hour on Tuesday.
Q: What’s the forecast for the first weekend of October?
A: The forecast is looking tremendous, with highs in the 70s and plenty of sunshine.
