Cloud Cover and Precipitation Chances
Cloud cover will increase as the evening goes on, and there may be some light rain showers in the overnight hours, but the above average temperatures will continue.
Forecast
Wednesday will be cloudy, breezy, and mild with occasional showers and perhaps an isolated thunderstorm, though gaps in the precipitation are likely. No severe weather is expected. It’ll likely be our third consecutive day of the mercury rising above 50 degrees.
Temperature Outlook
Wednesday evening temperatures look to be modestly cooler but still well above normal. There looks like a slight chance of a lingering shower during the evening hours.
Current Conditions
[Image: Current temperatures in the metro area]
Looking Ahead
Chicago temperature forecast for the next five days: mild conditions hang around through Friday before temperatures take a bit of a dive this weekend.
Forecast High and Departures from Normal
[Image: Forecast high temperatures and departures from normal]
Frigid, arctic air has retreated back north and showing no sign of returning to the central/eastern U.S. in the near future. While some temperature variations are likely, the overall above normal temperature regime appears a good bet as we move into March.
7-Day Outlook
[Image: 7-day forecast]
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Current Conditions
[Image: Current temperatures in the metro area]
Looking Ahead
Chicago temperature forecast for the next five days: mild conditions hang around through Friday before temperatures take a bit of a dive this weekend.
Forecast High and Departures from Normal
[Image: Forecast high temperatures and departures from normal]
Frigid, arctic air has retreated back north and showing no sign of returning to the central/eastern U.S. in the near future. While some temperature variations are likely, the overall above normal temperature regime appears a good bet as we move into March.
Future Temperature Anomalies
- Through March 1: [Image: Forecast temperature anomaly through March 1]
- March 2-6: [Image: Forecast temperature anomaly March 2-6]
Full Forecast Details and More at the WGN Weather Center Blog
FAQs
Q: What can I expect the weather to be like on Wednesday?
A: Wednesday will be cloudy, breezy, and mild with occasional showers and perhaps an isolated thunderstorm.
Q: Will it be warm this week?
A: Yes, it’ll likely be our third consecutive day of the mercury rising above 50 degrees.
Q: What’s the forecast looking like for the rest of the week?
A: Mild conditions hang around through Friday before temperatures take a bit of a dive this weekend. Frigid, arctic air has retreated back north and showing no sign of returning to the central/eastern U.S. in the near future.
