Current Weather Conditions and Forecast
Chicagoland is in for a picture-perfect stretch of weather as we move towards the Labor Day holiday.
Temperatures will warm into the upper 70s inland on Sunday, while a lake breeze will keep things a bit cooler along the shoreline, with highs in the low to mid-70s.
The back half of the Labor Day weekend looks seasonable, with conditions close to normal for early September and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.
Current Conditions
Here is the current weather situation in Chicagoland:
The Next Few Hours
Here’s what you can expect in the next few hours:
Extended Outlook
6-10 Day Forecast September 4 through 8
A strong cool signal on tap with much below normal temperatures locked into place across the Midwest and Great Lakes
Forecast 850 Millibar Temperature Animation: One Mile Above Surface.
This is a good proxy indicator how temperatures will respond at the surface. The blue represents cooler than normal and the darker shading indicates an even larger deficit relative to normal.
You can see the magnitude of the cool air that arrives later next week into the following weekend. This will result in temperatures more typical of mid-October than early September.
The unseasonably chilly air arrives late next week.
Thursday Highs
Thursday High Departure from Normal
Friday Highs
Friday High Departure from Normal
Weather Resources
For more information on the weather, you can check out the following resources:
Weather Maps
Climate & Environment
Interactive Radar
Weather Bug Cameras
7-Day Outlook
Weather Center Newsletter
Climate and Environment News
Climate and Environment news: WGN Weather Center blog
Conclusion
In conclusion, the weather in Chicagoland is expected to be picture-perfect for the Labor Day holiday, with temperatures warming up to the upper 70s inland and a lake breeze keeping things cooler along the shoreline. The extended outlook shows a strong cool signal, with below normal temperatures expected across the Midwest and Great Lakes. For more information on the weather, you can check out the resources listed above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current weather like in Chicagoland?
A: The current weather in Chicagoland is picture-perfect, with temperatures warming up to the upper 70s inland and a lake breeze keeping things cooler along the shoreline.
Q: What can I expect in the next few hours?
A: In the next few hours, you can expect the weather to remain pleasant, with temperatures continuing to warm up and a gentle breeze blowing.
Q: What is the extended outlook for the weather?
A: The extended outlook shows a strong cool signal, with below normal temperatures expected across the Midwest and Great Lakes. This will result in temperatures more typical of mid-October than early September.
Q: Where can I find more information on the weather?
A: You can find more information on the weather by checking out the resources listed above, including weather maps, climate and environment news, interactive radar, weather bug cameras, and the weather center newsletter.
