Current Weather Conditions and Forecast
Summerlike air looks to be sticking around Chicagoland for a bit, with Monday highs in the mid-80s inland and upper 70s by the lake as we get into a pleasant-looking start to the work week.
MONDAY: Warm temperatures continue under mostly sunny skies. Afternoon highs range from near 90 well inland to near 80 along the lakefront. High: 84.
Current Conditions
The current weather conditions in Chicagoland are characterized by warm temperatures and mostly sunny skies. The following images show the current temperatures, feels-like temperatures, dew point, and wind speeds in the metro area.
The Next Few Hours
The next few hours will see continued warm temperatures and mostly sunny skies. The following images show the forecast for the next 12 hours.
Extended Outlook
The extended outlook calls for mostly sunny skies and temps in the seasonal upper 70s and lower 80s, along with sunny skies, on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Thursday will bring increasing clouds and a chance for showers late in the day, with highs near 80. The Friday forecast calls for more clouds, with cooler temps in the mid-70s and some rain at times.
Forecast Average Temperature Anomaly: Sept. 12-18
The greatest area of above normal temperatures is forecast across the Midwest and north into the Prairie Provinces of Canada, while unsettled weather keeps it cooler than normal across the Southeastern U.S.
Forecast Average Temperature Anomaly: Sept. 19-25
While still above normal for much of the U.S., the temperature surplus is not as high as the previous week. A transition to cooler weather is likely at the end of this forecast period.
Additional Weather Resources
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Climate and Environment news: WGN Weather Center blog
Conclusion
In conclusion, the current weather conditions in Chicagoland are characterized by warm temperatures and mostly sunny skies. The extended outlook calls for continued warm temperatures and sunny skies, with a chance for showers on Thursday and Friday. For more information on the current weather conditions and forecast, please visit the resources listed above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about the current weather conditions and forecast:
Q: What are the current weather conditions in Chicagoland?
A: The current weather conditions in Chicagoland are characterized by warm temperatures and mostly sunny skies.
Q: What is the extended outlook for the week?
A: The extended outlook calls for mostly sunny skies and temps in the seasonal upper 70s and lower 80s, along with sunny skies, on Tuesday and Wednesday. Thursday will bring increasing clouds and a chance for showers late in the day, with highs near 80. The Friday forecast calls for more clouds, with cooler temps in the mid-70s and some rain at times.
Q: Where can I find more information on the current weather conditions and forecast?
A: For more information on the current weather conditions and forecast, please visit the resources listed above, including the WGN Weather Center blog and the National Weather Service website.