Weekend Weather Forecast: Enjoy the Sun While You Can!
The Last Pleasant Day Before a Stretch of Showers
As the weekend approaches, it’s essential to make the most of your outdoor activities or chores. According to NBC 5 Storm Team Meteorologist Pete Sack, Saturday will be the last pleasant day before a stretch of showers hits the region.
A Sunny Start to the Weekend
Plenty of sunshine, accompanied by seasonable temperatures in the high 50s to low 60s, will emerge in the morning hours. This will be followed by slightly warmer temperatures and a few clouds in the afternoon.
The Rainy Stretch Ahead
It’ll be the last chance to enjoy the outdoors for a few days, as a fall system is expected to bring several periods of rain starting on Sunday. According to the National Weather Service, bands of rain will approach starting in the late morning hours and continue through the nighttime on Sunday.
The Week Ahead
Temperatures will climb slightly as wave after wave of rain occurs in the first half of the work week. Highs are slated to reach the low 70s by Monday. One stretch of rain will arrive in the morning hours as the work week begins, followed by another wave on Tuesday. Thunderstorms can’t be ruled out with that second stretch, meteorologists said.
Rainfall and Flooding Concerns
According to the NWS, soaking rainfall may lead to instances of urban flooding and rising rivers. What’s unclear is where the heaviest rain will occur and how much precipitation will arrive.
Showers to End, Then Dry Conditions
Showers will likely come to an end on Tuesday night, with temperatures cooling back into the 50s for the rest of the week. When all is said and done, the Chicago area could have more than an inch of rainfall. Global Model estimates call for 1.35 inches, while the European model’s estimates are substantially higher at 1.93 inches, according to Sack.
Another Chance of Showers Ahead
Dry conditions will persist for several days, though the Chicago area won’t be entirely in the clear when it comes to rain. Another chance of showers will arrive the following Sunday, according to meteorologists.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What’s the forecast for the weekend?
A: Saturday will be the last pleasant day before a stretch of showers, with plenty of sunshine and seasonable temperatures in the high 50s to low 60s.
Q: When will the rain start?
A: Bands of rain will approach starting in the late morning hours and continue through the nighttime on Sunday.
Q: How much rain can we expect?
A: The Chicago area could have more than an inch of rainfall, with estimates ranging from 1.35 to 1.93 inches.
