WEATHER BLOG: Holiday Week Outlook, and Descent into Wintry Cold
Thanksgiving week is off to a pretty mild start around Chicagoland, but colder temperatures are on the way, and soon.
Current Weather Conditions
Highs ranged in the upper 40s to lower 50s early Monday morning, and it’ll remain mild throughout much of the day, with temps staying around 50.
Weather Update
But later Monday afternoon, winds will shift to a north/northwesterly direction, with gusts up to 30 miles per hour. Colder air will come with that, as temps will drop into the upper 20s by Monday night.
Rain and Temperature
There’s also a chance for some rain Monday afternoon, but it looks to remain scattered, with nothing heavy. By early Tuesday morning, temps will be in the mid-20s.
Weekend Forecast
Tuesday’s highs will then stay in the 30s, and after highs around 40 on Wednesday, we’re looking at mid-30s for Thanksgiving Day. The early weekend forecast is even chillier, with highs in the 20s and lows possibly in the teens.
Forecast
Forecast
TODAY: Cloudy, drizzle and rain showers, falling afternoon temps, winds WNW at 10-15 mph, gusts to 30. High: 51.
TONIGHT: Cloudy, decreasing clouds to clear, winds WNW at 10-15 mph, gusts to 30. Low: 26.
TOMORROW: Mostly sunny, winds W at 5-15 mph, gusts to 25. High: 38.
Conclusion
As the holiday week progresses, temperatures will continue to drop, making it a great time to get cozy and enjoy the festive atmosphere. Be sure to bundle up and stay warm as the winter weather sets in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will it rain on Thanksgiving Day?
A: No, the forecast indicates a chance of scattered rain showers on Monday afternoon, but it should clear up by Tuesday morning.
Q: How cold will it get?
A: Temperatures will drop into the mid-20s by Monday night and stay in the 30s for Tuesday and Wednesday.
Q: What about the weekend forecast?
A: The early weekend forecast is looking chillier, with highs in the 20s and lows possibly in the teens.
