Weather Update: Chilly Fall Day Ahead in Chicagoland
It’s going to be a chilly fall day in Chicagoland, with high temperatures below normal.
After a rainy Tuesday, the skies will be sunny on Wednesday. But for now, many areas are waking up to a frosty morning, with temperatures dropping below freezing, and wind chills in the 20s in some locations. A Freeze Warning or Frost Advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m. Wednesday for much of Chicagoland, though Chicago itself is not under either of those.
Forecast
TODAY: Frost Advisory and Freeze Warning until 8 a.m. for many locations. Mostly sunny and cool, winds NNW at 5-10 mph. High: 56.
TONIGHT: Mostly clear, areas of frost, winds SSW at 0-5 mph. Low: 37.
TOMORROW: Mostly sunny, winds SSW at 5-10 mph, gusts to 15. High: 66.
Fall Colors
Inland locations are likely waking up to frost Wednesday morning, as temps dropped below freezing, with wind chills in the 20s, in some locations. A Frost Advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m. for much of Chicagoland, though Chicago itself is not under either of those.
High Temperatures
High temps Wednesday afternoon will be well below the normal high of 63 for Oct. 16, topping out in the mid-50s for most of the area.
A Warm-up Ahead
Thursday will see another cold start, with morning frost likely again for inland locations. But then a warm-up begins, with Thursday highs in the mid-60s, followed by a gorgeous weekend that shows highs in the low 70s, with plenty of sunshine.
Weather Trend
WEATHER BLOG: Tracking the return of Chicago’s above-normal temperatures.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Chicagoland can expect a chilly fall day with temperatures below normal. While it may be a bit of a challenge, the warm-up ahead should make it a great weekend. Stay safe and stay informed with our weather updates!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current weather forecast for Chicagoland?
A: Temperatures will be below normal, with high temps in the mid-50s.
Q: Is the area under a weather advisory?
A: Yes, a Freeze Warning or Frost Advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m. Wednesday for much of Chicagoland, though Chicago itself is not under either of those.
Q: What is the expected temperature for Thursday?
A: Thursday highs will be in the mid-60s.
Q: What is the expected temperature for the weekend?
A: The weekend will be a gorgeous one, with highs in the low 70s and plenty of sunshine.
