Thursday Forecast: Near Record-Breaking Warmth, Evening Shower Chances
Current Conditions
Looking Ahead
THURSDAY:
Sunshine through increasing cloudiness by/during the afternoon. Turning windy, unseasonably mild with near record or record-breaking temperatures likely. The old record was 55 degrees in 1988.
Afternoon highs nearly 25 degrees above normal and more typical of early April. A few scattered showers are possible late in the day or towards evening. Winds: Southwest 10-20 mph gusting to 30-35 mph in the afternoon. High: 55.
Thursday Night:
Cloudy, damp and mild for the season with periods of rain likely. Low: 35.
Weekend Forecast
FRIDAY:
Cloudy, not as mild with chilly morning rain mixing with wet snow at times. Some minor slushy accumulation cannot be ruled out across the far north/northwest suburbs.
Turning windy with steady or slowly falling temperatures in the afternoon. Winds: North increasing 12-26 mph and gusty. High: 39.
SATURDAY:
February begins under mostly cloudy skies and moderately colder weather, but highs are still several degrees above normal. High: 36.
Rest of the Week
SUNDAY:
Increasing cloudiness, breezy, turning unseasonably mild again. Many suburban locations may see readings approach or exceed 50 degrees. High: 50.
Partly cloudy, moderately colder but still above typical early February norms. High: 36.
TUESDAY:
A good deal of cloudiness, colder and more seasonable. A flurry or two is possible. High: 31.
WEDNESDAY:
Increasing cloudiness, seasonably chilly. Chance of rain or mixed wet snow in the afternoon or evening. High: 33.
Conclusion
A warm and unseasonable start to the week will give way to cooler and more typical February temperatures by the weekend. Thursday will be the warmest day of the week, with temperatures potentially reaching record-breaking highs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the chances of showers on Thursday?
A: There is a slight chance of showers in the late afternoon or evening.
Q: Will it snow this weekend?
A: Yes, there is a chance of rain mixing with wet snow, particularly in the north and northwest suburbs.
Q: Will the temperature drop significantly over the weekend?
A: Yes, temperatures will cool back down to more typical February levels, with highs in the mid-30s to low 40s.
Q: Is there a chance of rain on Monday?
A: No, there is no significant chance of rain on Monday.
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