CHICAGO — It’ll remain frigid Sunday around Chicagoland, and we could see some lake-effect snow Sunday night.
As for the major winter storm that’s passing through the Midwest, we’re going to dodge it. That storm will pass Chicagoland to the south, affecting downstate road, rail, and air traffic. Places like Kansas City, St. Louis, Champaign, Springfield, and Indianapolis are expected to get socked with more than 5 inches of snow Sunday into Monday, with 8 to 12 inches predicted in the areas of heaviest snow.
A Winter Storm Warning and even a Blizzard Warning will be in effect into Monday afternoon for the areas expected to get hit the hardest, with a Winter Weather Advisory or Ice Storm Warning in effect for other areas along that line. But the furthest north in Illinois that advisory extends is Iroquois County, south of Chicagoland — for now, at least.
As for us, Sunday temps won’t top out until late in the evening, with highs in the mid-20s. It’ll be a cloudy, cold, and gusty day, with north/northeast winds up to 30 miles per hour later in the day.
Monday will again be breezy, with periods of morning snow, then afternoon snow showers, and steady winds from 15 to 25 miles per hour. Depending on your location, Chicagoland could see 1 to 3 inches of snow over the next 24 to 36 hours.
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Looking Ahead
Cloudy skies on Tuesday, with highs in the mid- to upper 20s. Wednesday and Thursday will see a bit more sun, but still frigid, with highs in the mid- to upper 20s and lows in the teens.
Friday looks to start out sunny, but clouds increase late in the day, with a chance of snow showers and high temps around 30.
Our cold snap is expected to last at least through the middle of the month.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What’s the current weather situation in Chicagoland?
A: It’s going to be a cold and cloudy day with gusty winds and a chance of snow showers.
Q: What’s the forecast for the rest of the week?
A: Cloudy skies are expected on Tuesday, with highs in the mid- to upper 20s. Wednesday and Thursday will see a bit more sun, but still frigid, with highs in the mid- to upper 20s and lows in the teens. Friday looks to start out sunny, but clouds increase late in the day, with a chance of snow showers and high temps around 30.
Q: How long will this cold snap last?
A: Our cold snap is expected to last at least through the middle of the month.
Q: What’s the latest forecast for snowfall in Chicagoland?
A: Depending on your location, Chicagoland could see 1 to 3 inches of snow over the next 24 to 36 hours.
