Chicago Weather: Thursday Morning Forecast
FOX 32’s Mike Caplan breaks down today’s weather outlook.
Current Situation
Falling precipitation came to an end this morning, but the problems are far from over. It will take several hours to get temperatures above freezing. In fact, that may not happen in some areas until noon. The small amount of ice that has fallen has turned into a glaze as expected on untreated surfaces and will continue to create difficult travel this morning in many areas.
Travel Conditions
Walking out of your own home could be a nightmare. Highs eventually this afternoon will top out in the upper 30s, promoting melting of the sheet of ice. Skies will also clear with sunshine lending a hand this afternoon. It will turn out windy this afternoon and this evening.
School Delays
Several local schools have delayed their opening today due to weather. Tap for a full list of school delays.
Future Forecast
What’s Next?
Tomorrow will be a quiet day with partly to mostly cloudy skies and highs around freezing.
The next storm system moves in on Saturday and will likely have a combination of rain, freezing rain, and snow. Once again, amounts are not expected to be much, but there will be impacts, particularly in the areas which receive the freezing rain. South of the city would be favored for the ice. Perhaps an inch or two of snow could accumulate north of the city.
After that storm exits Saturday night, colder air will move in and likely keep temperatures below freezing all of next week. That means whatever ice and snow fall will not be going away without help from human beings.
The Source
The information in this report came from FOX 32 Meteorologist Mike Caplan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current weather situation in Chicago?
A: The falling precipitation has come to an end, but the problems are far from over. It will take several hours to get temperatures above freezing.
Q: What is the expected impact on travel?
A: Walking out of your own home could be a nightmare, and high winds will make it difficult to travel this afternoon and evening.
Q: Are there any school delays today?
A: Yes, several local schools have delayed their opening due to weather.
Q: What is the forecast for the weekend and next week?
A: Tomorrow will be a quiet day with partly cloudy skies and highs around freezing. The next storm system moves in on Saturday and will likely bring rain, freezing rain, and snow, with impacts expected in areas that receive the freezing rain. After that storm exits, colder air will move in and keep temperatures below freezing all of next week.
