Unseasonably Cold Temperatures Expected to Last Through Middle of the Month
The big weather story going into Friday and beyond is the unseasonably cold temperatures that are expected to linger at least through the middle of the month. Expect Friday to begin with "feels like" temperatures in the single digits, and temperatures won’t get much better as the day progresses, though we expect to be under mostly sunny skies.
Current Temperatures and Feels Like Temperatures

WGN Weather Center
Maps & Interactive Radar
Extended 7-Day Forecast


Looking Ahead
We’re keeping our eye on a potential snow system moving in late Sunday into Monday. However, early models show that being a mainly central Illinois event, but we’ll know more as we get into the weekend about how that system is tracking, so stay tuned. Our cold snap is expected to last at least through the middle of the month.
Temperature Outlook

7-Day Forecast (Evening)

Conclusion
The unseasonably cold temperatures are expected to last at least through the middle of the month, with a potential snow system moving in late Sunday into Monday. Stay tuned for updates on the tracking of this system and the forecast for the rest of the week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current temperature forecast?
A: Temperatures are expected to start in the single digits on Friday, with mostly sunny skies.
Q: Will the cold snap last through the middle of the month?
A: Yes, the cold snap is expected to last at least through the middle of the month.
Q: Is there a chance of snow this weekend?
A: A potential snow system is moving in late Sunday into Monday, but early models show it is expected to be a mainly central Illinois event.