Weather Forecast for Chicago: Unsettled Conditions Continue Through the Weekend
Some in Chicago may have heard rumbles of thunder and storms overnight, with showers expected to linger through the mid-morning hours Friday, according to NBC 5 Meteorologist Alicia Roman.
Radar Loop Shows Showers and Storms
This radar loop (thru 950 pm) shows showers and scattered t-storms over western IL. These showers/storms overspread northern and central IL late this evening, continuing into the overnight hours. Cloud to ground lightning & heavy downpours will accompany the strongest storms.
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Rainfall Totals Vary Across the Area
Most of the area saw between 0.5 inches and 2 inches of rain, Roman said, adding that nearly all of the Chicago area was still at a moderate drought, with some parts at the "severe" level.
Skies Expected to Clear by Morning
By around 9 a.m. Friday, skies are expected to clear, Roman said, with the forecast calling for a partly sunny and cool afternoon.
Temperatures Expected to be Seasonal
Temperatures Friday are expected to be seasonal for this time of year, Roman added, with highs in the upper 50s and low 60s. Dry conditions and temperatures in the low 60s are also in the weekend forecast, Roman said, though clouds and sprinkles are expected to move in Monday night.
Looking Ahead to the Weekend and Beyond
Tuesday, temperatures are expected to spike back up, Roman said, with an 80-degree day in the forecast, followed by temperatures in the upper 70s on Wednesday.
Next Weather System Arrives on Wednesday
Wednesday is also when the area’s next weather system moves in, Roman said, with showers across Chicago’s northwestern counties around 9 p.m. Overnight, the rain is expected to be widespread, making for a soggy Halloween morning. By around 5 p.m. showers are expected to clear, though a few sprinkles could remain.
Looking Back: Last Year’s Snowy Halloween
Last year, the Chicago area saw snow on Halloween. "The temperatures were cold enough for that," Roman said. This year, temperatures are expected to be in the mid-60s, which is above average for this time of year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current weather situation in the Chicago area?
A: Showers and storms are expected to linger through the mid-morning hours Friday, with a partly sunny and cool afternoon forecast.
Q: How much rain did the area receive overnight?
A: Most of the area saw between 0.5 inches and 2 inches of rain.
Q: Is the area still experiencing drought conditions?
A: Yes, nearly all of the Chicago area is still at a moderate drought, with some parts at the "severe" level.
Q: What is the forecast for the weekend?
A: Dry conditions and temperatures in the low 60s are expected, with clouds and sprinkles moving in Monday night.
Q: Are there any changes in the weather forecast?
A: Temperatures are expected to spike back up on Tuesday, followed by showers across Chicago’s northwestern counties on Wednesday.
