Recent Weather in Chicago
The Chicago area has seen October-like weather in recent days, with values dropping into the mid-60s. And while the chillier temperatures aren’t going away immediately, don’t think about putting away t-shirts and shorts just yet.
The weekend kicked off on the chillier side, with readings in the upper 40s followed by light breezes. Brisk conditions will arrive as the afternoon rolls around, though we won’t see anything notable in terms of precipitation, NBC 5 Storm Team Meteorologist Pete Sack.
Weekend Weather Forecast
Sunshine will be in abundance Saturday morning, but by the afternoon, some clouds will develop, following a similar pattern from Friday.
As partly cloudy skies set in, temperatures will top out in the upper 60s; conditions will be cooler than usual, as highs are typically in the upper 70s this time of year, Sack said.
A sprinkle or two can’t be ruled out on Saturday – as the result of thick clouds. But any precipitation that does arrive won’t be a whole lot.
So, there will be no need to take a raincoat or umbrella if you have evening plans.
Sunday’s Weather
When Sunday morning rolls around, sunshine will return along with cooler temperatures. The Chicago area will likely encounter readings in the upper 40s in the city, while cooler temperatures – in the low 40s – will emerge away from the lake, Sack said.
After that, get ready for more sunshine.
We’ll see mostly sunny skies, though a few fair-weather clouds may develop in the afternoon.
Temperature-wise, values will sit in the upper 60s, just below the 70-degree mark, meteorologists said. Sunday evening will be a rather quiet one before Monday begins.
Start of the Workweek
Get ready for a beautiful start to the workweek, with sunshine taking hold as the afternoon arrives. Temperatures will begin to warm up during the day, with readings reaching the low 70s, Sack said.
As the week continues, there will be a noticeable lack of rainfall. The precipitation will try to pop up here and there, but anything imminent likely won’t materialize.
Warmup Expected
Some good news is on the horizon: the upper 60-degree temperatures in store for this weekend won’t continue for a long while; a warmup is expected by midweek.
The region will encounter some summer-like conditions once again, with readings in the low 80s expected on Wednesday and 80-degree temperatures likely next weekend as well.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, the Chicago area can expect a mix of cooler temperatures and sunshine over the weekend, with a warmup expected by midweek. While there may be a slight chance of precipitation, it won’t be significant, and the region can look forward to summer-like conditions returning soon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What will the weather be like over the weekend?
A: The weekend will be cool and sunny, with temperatures in the upper 60s and a slight chance of precipitation.
Q: Will it rain on Saturday?
A: There is a slight chance of a sprinkle or two on Saturday, but any precipitation that does arrive won’t be significant.
Q: What can we expect for the start of the workweek?
A: The start of the workweek will be beautiful, with sunshine and temperatures warming up to the low 70s.
Q: Will it warm up after the weekend?
A: Yes, a warmup is expected by midweek, with summer-like conditions returning to the region.
