Unseasonably Warm Temps and Gusty Winds Continue in Chicago Area Ahead of Halloween
The Chicago area can expect unseasonably warm temperatures and strong wind gusts to continue on Wednesday, with a cold front bringing rain and chillier temperatures in time for Halloween.
A Gusty Day Ahead
The windy forecast comes a day after much of the region was under a "Red Flag Warning," with wind gusts as high as 45 miles-per-hour at times. Early Wednesday morning, winds had already clocked in around 35 mph in some parts, according to NBC 5 Meteorologist Alicia Roman. Those winds were expected to increase, reaching speeds of 45-55 mph, Roman said.
Warm and Dry Conditions Persist
Wednesday will also be another day of dry and warm conditions, with near-record warmth and a high temperature of 80 degrees, Roman added. In fact, the high of 85 degrees was set in 1950, Roman noted.
A Fall Storm Moves Through the Region
The National Weather Service described Wednesday’s weather conditions as a "fall storm moving through the region," with gusty south winds on Wednesday and strong west winds by Thursday.
Showers and Storms Move In Overnight
Overnight, showers and storms are set to move in, making for a soggy Thursday morning commute. According to Roman, showers and storms are expected to begin around 2 a.m. in Illinois’ far western counties. By 4 a.m., the wet weather is expected to move into the Chicago area, with some thunderstorms possible.
Cold and Gusty Conditions by Halloween Afternoon
Showers are likely to last through at least the early afternoon, Roman said. By Halloween afternoon, conditions are expected to be dry, although gusty winds will remain, with winds as high as 45 mph. Trick-or-treating temperatures are expected to be chilly, too.
Trick-or-Treating Forecast
"As you head out to go trick-or-treating, it will be dry with gusty winds," Roman said. "And definitely seeing cooler temperatures move in."
Temperatures Drop by Halloween Evening
Thursday’s highest temperatures are expected to occur in the morning, with highs in the 60s. By 4 p.m., temperatures are expected to drop into the mid-50s, falling into the upper 40s and low 50s by 7 p.m.
Chicago’s Halloween Forecast: No Snow, Just Gusty Winds and Chilly Temperatures
"At least there won’t be snow," Roman said, of Chicago’s Halloween forecast.
FAQs
Q: What can I expect for trick-or-treating on Halloween?
A: Trick-or-treating temperatures are expected to be chilly, with gusty winds. It’s recommended to dress warmly and prepare for cooler temperatures.
Q: Will it rain on Halloween?
A: While showers are expected to last through the early afternoon, conditions are expected to be dry by Halloween afternoon.
Q: How windy will it be on Halloween?
A: Gusty winds are expected, with speeds reaching up to 45 mph.
Q: What’s the forecast for temperatures on Halloween?
A: Temperatures are expected to drop significantly, with highs in the 60s in the morning, falling into the mid-50s by 4 p.m. and the upper 40s and low 50s by 7 p.m.
