October Sunshine to Continue Its Torrid Pace
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Chicago is currently experiencing 1.5 times more sunshine than typical for October, and this trend is expected to continue.
Seasonably Cool Weekend Followed by Surging Temperatures
As we head into the weekend, temperatures are expected to drop to seasonable levels, with highs in the mid-50s to low 60s Fahrenheit. However, by early next week, temperatures are expected to surge, potentially breaking records.
Record-Breaking Warmth
On Tuesday, the forecast high of 81°F would not only exceed the old record for the date (78°F in 1999) but also mark the warmest temperature this late in the season since 1950.
Shifting Jet-Stream Behind the Big Warm-Up
On Saturday, a cool, Canadian air mass will bring cooler temperatures to Chicago, while near-record heat develops out west. By late Monday, a ridge will build across the Midwest, and upper-level steering winds will shift southwest, bringing unseasonably warm air to the region.
Model Snapshots
• Saturday: [image width="1100" height="850" src="https://wgntv.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/10/SATURDAY.png?w=900" alt="" class="wp-image-3345441"]
• Sunday: [image width="1100" height="850" src="https://wgntv.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/10/SUNDAY.png?w=900" alt="" class="wp-image-3345444"]
• Monday: [image width="1100" height="850" src="https://wgntv.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/10/MONDAY.png?w=900" alt="" class="wp-image-3345447"]
• Tuesday: [image width="1100" height="850" src="https://wgntv.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/10/TUESDAY.png?w=900" alt="" class="wp-image-3345449"]
• Wednesday: [image width="1100" height="850" src="https://wgntv.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/10/WEDNESDAY.png?w=900" alt="" class="wp-image-3345451"]
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current sunshine trend in Chicago?
A: October has seen 1.5 times more sunshine than typical for the month.
Q: What is the forecast for the weekend?
A: Temperatures will drop to seasonable levels, with highs in the mid-50s to low 60s Fahrenheit.
Q: Is there a chance for record-breaking warmth?
A: Yes, on Tuesday, the forecast high of 81°F would break the record for the date and be the warmest temperature this late in the season since 1950.
Conclusion
This article highlights the current sunshine trend in Chicago, which is expected to continue, accompanied by a seasonally cool weekend and a potential record-breaking warm-up early next week. Stay informed and prepared with the latest weather updates.
