Chicago Weather Update
CHICAGO – Chicago’s official rainfall total for Tuesday is 0.15 inches. That’s right, less than a quarter inch of rain fell at O’Hare.
Of course, that fails to tell the story of the day, but it does illustrate once again the all or nothing rainfall distribution across our area.
Some parts of Chicagoland since Monday morning picked up more than 5 inches of rain based on Doppler radar data. Others picked up far less.
Understanding the Rainfall Distribution
The rainfall distribution in Chicago is often characterized as “all or nothing.” This means that some areas receive a significant amount of rain, while others receive very little. This can be attributed to the city’s location near Lake Michigan, which can influence the weather patterns.
In this case, the official rainfall total for Tuesday was 0.15 inches, which is less than a quarter inch of rain. However, some parts of Chicagoland received more than 5 inches of rain since Monday morning. This highlights the variability of the rainfall distribution in the area.
Chicago Weather Forecast
What to expect:
Now it’s time to focus on temperatures over the next several days.
Today will be mostly sunny with temperatures ranging from the upper 70s close to the lakeshore to mid and upper 80s well inland. Humidity levels are currently high as of this writing but will be dropping throughout the day.
Tonight will be clear and comfortable with lows in the 60s.
Tomorrow will be sunny with low humidity and highs in the low to mid 80s. Once again, it will be a few degrees cooler near the lake.
Heat Wave Ahead
Then it’s time to start talking about the heat again. I see three, possibly four days of 90° plus on the way. Friday should make it to at least 90° with sunny skies.
The weekend will feature very hot and humid conditions with highs in the low to mid 90s both days and plenty of sun. Rainfall prospects now look delayed until Monday night at the earliest and more likely on Tuesday. That means Monday may also be a 90° day. If it doesn’t hit 90 it’s going to be mighty close.
There are some signs of a break from the heat after any showers and thunderstorms on Tuesday.
Source of the Information
The Source: The information in this report came from FOX 32 Meteorologist Mike Caplan.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the weather in Chicago is expected to be mostly sunny with temperatures ranging from the upper 70s to mid and upper 80s over the next few days. However, a heat wave is expected to hit the area, with temperatures reaching the low to mid 90s over the weekend. It’s essential to stay hydrated and take necessary precautions to stay safe during the heat wave.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about the weather in Chicago:
Q: What is the current weather condition in Chicago?
A: The current weather condition in Chicago is mostly sunny with temperatures ranging from the upper 70s to mid and upper 80s.
Q: Is it going to rain in Chicago over the next few days?
A: Rainfall prospects are delayed until Monday night at the earliest and more likely on Tuesday.
Q: What can I expect from the heat wave?
A: The heat wave is expected to bring very hot and humid conditions with highs in the low to mid 90s over the weekend.
Q: How can I stay safe during the heat wave?
A: It’s essential to stay hydrated, wear light and loose clothing, and take necessary precautions to stay safe during the heat wave.
