Current Weather Conditions
The current weather conditions are a significant improvement from the past few days. The big change from the past several days will be the noticeably warmer start to the day. Instead of upper 30s and low 40s for some outlying areas, the day will begin about 10 degrees warmer, in the lower 50s.
Some clouds linger in the wake of a few overnight sprinkles, but skies overall will be partly sunny for many of us when we head out the door for work or school with no precipitation expected throughout the day.
Wednesday Morning Lows
The morning lows for Wednesday will be significantly warmer than the past few days. The lower 50s will be the average temperature for many areas, which is a welcome change from the upper 30s and low 40s.
Wednesday Highs
With the exception of areas close to Lake Michigan, many locations will see temperatures return back above 80 degrees for only the second time in the past 18 days. The other day was on September 2nd when it hit 81 degrees.
Sunburn Forecast
Wednesday U.S. Highs
Late season heat continues to expand. Wednesday highs include 59 million U.S. residents at/above 90°F, a trend likely to grow more in the coming days.
Weather Maps
For more information on the current weather conditions and forecast, please refer to our weather maps section.
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Current Conditions
Next Few Hours
Extended Outlook
Climate and Environment news: WGN Weather Center blog
Tuesday Night Forecast
TUESDAY NIGHT: Increasing cloudiness, milder. Chance of a few sprinkles in Wednesday’s predawn hours. Winds: South under 5 mph. Low: 57.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the current weather conditions are expected to improve significantly over the next few days. With warmer temperatures and partly sunny skies, it’s a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the weather. Don’t forget to check our weather maps, interactive radar, and 7-day outlook for the latest updates and forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current temperature?
A: The current temperature can be found on our weather maps section.
Q: What is the forecast for the next few hours?
A: The forecast for the next few hours can be found on our interactive radar section.
Q: Will it rain on Wednesday?
A: There is a chance of a few sprinkles in Wednesday’s predawn hours, but no precipitation is expected throughout the day.
Q: How can I stay up to date with the latest weather news?
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