Current Weather Conditions

The current weather conditions are a significant aspect of our daily lives, and it’s essential to stay updated on the latest forecasts. In this section, we will discuss the current conditions, the next few hours, and the extended outlook.

Current Conditions

The current conditions are characterized by clearing skies and much colder temperatures, with diminishing winds. The lows range from the middle 20s in the coldest outlying areas to the upper 30s near Lake Michigan. The winds are blowing at a speed of 5-10 mph from the northwest, with a low of 33.

The Next Few Hours

Thursday is expected to open with clear skies and chilly temperatures, which may be some of the coldest readings in the area in 7 months. The clouds will gradually increase throughout the day, with nearly overcast conditions by evening.

Thursday Day Planner

Temperatures will rebound quickly after the cold start to the day, warming to near 60-degrees in the afternoon.

Thursday Area Temperature Snapshot

Peak highs may even reach the low 60s in some locations by afternoon.

Extended Outlook

We have an active weather pattern through the coming weekend, with two separate weather systems set to impact the metro area. Following early Friday morning showers, the next weather system arrives Saturday afternoon with rain and falling temperatures that mix with and change to some wet snow late Saturday night and at times into Sunday.

Forecast Precipitable Water Animation Next 6 Days

This is an excellent forecast tool when tracking arctic air into the United States. Note the black/gray/white color depiction coming straight out of Canada, which is a loud signal that cold, arctic dry air is crashing into the Lower 48 all the way south through the Gulf of Mexico and south Florida amid the strong, but brief NNW mean flow pattern.

Forecast Low Temperature Animation Next 8 Days

Watch the cold air crash down into the U.S. as teens and 20s sweep across the Eastern U.S. and temperatures near freezing dip far south near the Gulf coast.

Forecast Average Temperature Anomaly: November 5 Through 9

Warm across the Southwest U.S. and Pacific Northwest while incoming cold is waiting to drop down from Canada across the Great Lakes.

Forecast Average Temperature Anomaly: November 10 Through 14

Early season chill dominates the Midwest and Eastern U.S. with the biggest cold air anomaly over Florida and the Southeast.

Forecast Average Temperature Anomaly: November 15 Through 19

Early season blast of arctic air sent packing as much of the Lower 48 returns to above to in some cases much above normal temperatures.

Chicago Forecast Highs and Departure from Normal

Mild the next two days before a jarring temperature crash this weekend sends readings plunging to the coldest levels so far this season.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the current weather conditions are expected to change significantly over the next few days, with a cold front moving in and bringing rain and snow to the area. It’s essential to stay updated on the latest forecasts to plan your daily activities accordingly.

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