Weather Forecast and Conditions
Introduction to Current Weather Conditions
Get ready for a wintry wake-up. Widespread rain is expected to move in overnight Saturday before transitioning into lake effect snow across Illinois and Northwest Indiana Sunday morning.
By late Sunday, skies will remain mostly cloudy with more lake effect snow expected to develop again around midnight into early Monday. Several inches of accumulation are possible, especially in areas close to Lake Michigan.
Winter Storm Watch
A Winter Storm Watch will take effect for Cook County and eastern Will County beginning at 12 a.m. Monday, lasting until 12 p.m.
The same watch will remain in place for Lake and Porter counties in Northwest Indiana until 6 p.m. Monday.
Latest warnings and watches from the National Weather Service
La Porte County will go under the watch earlier, starting 3 p.m. Sunday and continuing until 6 p.m. Monday.
Current Conditions
This section provides an overview of the current weather conditions in the area.
The Next Few Hours
This section provides an overview of the weather conditions for the next few hours.
Extended Outlook
Monday’s high temp of 39 means the snow won’t stick around too long. Back to the 40s for Tuesday with a chance of rain showers and strong SW winds boost our temps back to the seasonal 50s for Wed/Thu/Fri.
Additional Resources
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7-Day Outlook
Weather Center Newsletter
Climate and Environment news: WGN Weather Center blog
Conclusion
In conclusion, the weather forecast indicates a wintry wake-up with widespread rain and lake effect snow expected to move in overnight Saturday. A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for several counties, and residents are advised to stay tuned for the latest updates. The current conditions, next few hours, and extended outlook are all provided to help residents prepare for the upcoming weather.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current weather forecast?
A: The current weather forecast indicates a wintry wake-up with widespread rain and lake effect snow expected to move in overnight Saturday.
Q: What areas are under a Winter Storm Watch?
A: Cook County, eastern Will County, Lake County, Porter County, and La Porte County are all under a Winter Storm Watch.
Q: How long will the Winter Storm Watch last?
A: The Winter Storm Watch will last from 12 a.m. Monday to 12 p.m. Monday for Cook County and eastern Will County, and from 3 p.m. Sunday to 6 p.m. Monday for La Porte County.
Q: What can residents expect in terms of snow accumulation?
A: Several inches of accumulation are possible, especially in areas close to Lake Michigan.
Q: Where can residents find the latest weather updates?
A: Residents can find the latest weather updates on the WGN Weather Center blog and by signing up for the Weather Center Newsletter.
