Weather Update: Minor Snowfall Expected, Lake-Effect Snow Possible Later in the Week
CHICAGO — The precipitation that came through Chicagoland on Tuesday night into Wednesday has proven to be minor, with very little snow accumulation.
As it clears out, we could see some peeks of sunshine Wednesday afternoon, though it’ll remain mostly cloudy.
Current Conditions
Early-morning temperatures Wednesday ranged in the low to mid-30s around Chicagoland.
Conditions will be a bit breezy at times and modestly colder as Wednesday progresses, with temperatures holding nearly steady in the lower to mid-30s. Expect winds from the northwest at 5-15 miles per hour, gusting up to 25 at times.
Looking Ahead
The next weather system is tracking to reach Chicagoland later Thursday into Friday, with the potential for possibly impactful lake-effect snow.
That lake-effect potential looks to begin north, in the Kenosha/Racine, Wis., area, on Friday morning before tracking south to the Chicago area.
Detailed Forecast
WEDNESDAY: AM snow showers and peeks of afternoon sun. Winds NNW at 5-15 mph. High: 35.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT: Partly cloudy and colder. Winds NW at 0-5 mph. Low: 28.
THURSDAY: Cloudy skies and chance of PM light snow. Winds SSW/S at 5-15 mph. High: 33.
EXTENDED OUTLOOK: Some possibly impactful lake-effect snow taking aim early on Friday morning toward areas around Kenosha/Racine, Wis., then by the end of the commute forecast models are hinting that lake-effect snow takes aim right at Chicago. Later in the afternoon, the band of snow looks to shift into NW Indiana. High temps on Friday in the low 30s. Colder for the weekend, with highs for the Winter Solstice on Saturday in the upper 20s and near 30 on Sunday.
Conclusion
While the current weather situation is looking relatively calm, it’s essential to keep an eye on the forecast as the week progresses. The potential for lake-effect snow later in the week could bring significant impacts to the region, and it’s crucial to stay informed and prepared.
FAQs
Q: What is the current temperature in Chicagoland?
A: Early-morning temperatures Wednesday ranged in the low to mid-30s around Chicagoland.
Q: What is the forecast for Wednesday?
A: Expect AM snow showers and peeks of afternoon sun, with temperatures holding nearly steady in the lower to mid-30s.
Q: What is the potential for lake-effect snow later in the week?
A: The next weather system is tracking to reach Chicagoland later Thursday into Friday, with the potential for possibly impactful lake-effect snow.
Q: What are the high temperatures expected for the weekend?
A: High temps on Friday in the low 30s, with highs for the Winter Solstice on Saturday in the upper 20s and near 30 on Sunday.
