Sunday Marks the First Day of Fall
Sunday marks the first day of fall, and with it comes relief from the late-summer heat, plus some much-needed rain, for Chicagoland.
The fall season brings shorter days and less intense sunshine, but it also brings cooler temperatures and a chance to enjoy the outdoors without the sweltering heat of summer. As autumn officially begins, the weather in Chicagoland is expected to be much cooler than it has been in recent weeks.
A Cool and Rainy Sunday
Saturday’s high temperatures soared to 93 at Midway International Airport and 92 at O’Hare International Airport, well above normal for this time of year. However, Sunday is expected to be much cooler, with temperatures already reaching a high of 78 around midnight and gradually cooling throughout the day.
By the time the sun was beginning to rise Sunday, temperatures had dropped to the lower 70s and upper 60s around Chicagoland. A line of showers, which could produce a rumble of thunder or two, will also move through the area during the morning and will likely last until the early-evening hours.
Rainfall Expectations
According to radar images, the rain will move through the area in a line, with the heaviest rain expected to fall in the morning hours. The rain will taper off by the early evening, leaving behind a mostly cloudy sky.
Forecast
Here is the latest forecast for the area:
- Today: Rain at times and chance of isolated t’storm. Falling temps all day and a bit breezy. Winds SSW at 5-15 mph, gusts to 20. We already hit our high of 78 around midnight. Lunchtime temp 72.
- Tonight: Mostly cloudy and chance of showers. Winds WNW at 5-10 mph. Evening temps in the 60s. Low 57.
- Tomorrow: Mix of clouds and sun, with a slight chance of showers. Cooler lakeside and breezy. Winds N/NNE at 5-10 mph. High 73 inland, upper 60s lakeside.
- Extended Outlook: More clouds on Tuesday, with a chance of showers/t’storms. Wednesday/Thursday/Friday look like we’re back to some sunshine, with high temps in the mid- to upper 70s.
Conclusion
As the fall season begins, Chicagoland can expect cooler temperatures and a chance to enjoy the outdoors without the sweltering heat of summer. While the rain may be a welcome relief from the heat, it’s also important to be prepared for potential flooding and other weather-related issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What can I expect the weather to be like on Sunday?
A: Sunday is expected to be cool and rainy, with temperatures dropping to the lower 70s and upper 60s by the afternoon.
Q: Will it be windy?
A: Yes, it will be breezy on Sunday, with winds reaching up to 20 mph.
Q: Can I expect more rain in the coming days?
A: Yes, there is a chance of showers on Monday and Tuesday, but the rain is expected to taper off by the end of the week.
Q: Will it warm up by next weekend?
A: Yes, the high temperatures are expected to creep back up to the 80s by next weekend.
