After a Cold Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend, the Work Week is Off to a Frigid Start
After a cold Thanksgiving holiday weekend in Chicagoland, the work week is off to a frigid start. Early-morning temperatures on Monday remained in the teens for most of the area, with wind-chill values in single digits in some locations, including a reading of 7 in the city along the lakefront.
Current Weather Conditions
The current weather conditions are quite chilly, with temperatures in the teens and wind-chill values in single digits. The winds are also making it feel even colder, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph.
Forecast for the Week
The forecast for the week is looking quite chilly, with temperatures expected to stay in the 20s and 30s for the most part. Tuesday and Wednesday will see some warming, with highs reaching the mid-30s, but the winds will pick up, making it feel colder. The coldest night of the week will be Wednesday, with wind-chill values plummeting to well below zero.
Long-Term Forecast
The long-term forecast is looking more promising, with temperatures expected to rise into the 40s by Sunday. However, it’s still too early to say for certain, and the forecast is subject to change.
WGN Interactive Radar: Track the Weather Near You
For the latest updates on the weather, be sure to check out WGN’s interactive radar, which allows you to track the weather near you in real-time.
Forecast Details
Here are the details of the forecast for the next few days:
- Today: Decreasing clouds, flurries, winds WNW at 5-10 mph, gusts to 20. High 29.
- Tonight: Mostly clear, winds NW at 5-10 mph. Low 20.
- Tomorrow: Mostly sunny, winds SW at 5-10 mph, gusts to 15. High 32.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What’s the current temperature in Chicagoland?
A: The current temperature is in the teens, with wind-chill values in single digits.
Q: How windy is it going to be this week?
A: The winds will be quite strong, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph on Monday and Wednesday.
Q: Will it snow this week?
A: Right now, there’s no major chance for snow in the Chicagoland forecast this week, unlike other parts of the Great Lakes that just got walloped with lake-effect snow.
