Chicago Weather Forecast

Current Weather Conditions

CHICAGO – It was a beautiful Tuesday with sunshine and highs soaring into the upper 40s and low 50s this afternoon.

Tonight will bring increasing cloud cover with lows in the upper 20s to low 30s.

Fox Chicago Chief Meteorologist Emily Wahls has the forecast.

What to Expect

Wednesday will be cooler than today, but still warmer than our average high of 34 degrees. Plan for cloudy skies and areas of drizzle on Christmas Eve with highs in the lower 40s.

Christmas Day will not be as warm as previously advertised, but still mild for this time of year. Plan for cloudy skies with highs in the low 40s.

The chance for a few showers returns on Friday with temperatures warming into the upper 40s. Mostly cloudy skies can be expected on Saturday with highs in the mid 40s.

A quick drop in temperatures will come our way Sunday into early next week. The high temperature on Sunday will likely be around 40 degrees at midnight, and then drop into the 20s and 30s during the day. Monday’s high temperatures will only be in the lower 20s.

Breakdown of the Week

Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect for the rest of the week:

• Wednesday: Cloudy skies and areas of drizzle with highs in the lower 40s
• Christmas Day: Cloudy skies with highs in the low 40s
• Friday: Chance of showers with temperatures warming into the upper 40s
• Saturday: Mostly cloudy skies with highs in the mid 40s
• Sunday: Quick drop in temperatures with highs in the 20s and 30s
• Monday: High temperatures only in the lower 20s

Staying Prepared

Make sure to check the weather forecast regularly to stay up-to-date on any changes in the weather. It’s also a good idea to dress in layers, as the temperatures will be fluctuating throughout the week.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the weather in Chicago is expected to be mild for this time of year, with cloudy skies and areas of drizzle on Christmas Eve. However, a quick drop in temperatures is expected on Sunday, so make sure to bundle up and stay warm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the weather forecast for Christmas Day?

A: The weather forecast for Christmas Day is cloudy skies with highs in the low 40s.

Q: Will it rain on Christmas Eve?

A: There is a chance of areas of drizzle on Christmas Eve, but it’s not expected to be a heavy rain.

Q: How cold will it get on Sunday?

A: The high temperature on Sunday will likely be around 40 degrees at midnight, and then drop into the 20s and 30s during the day.

Q: What should I wear for the rest of the week?

A: It’s a good idea to dress in layers, as the temperatures will be fluctuating throughout the week. Make sure to bundle up on Sunday, as it will be the coldest day of the week.