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WEDNESDAY NIGHT: Increasing cloudiness, not quite as chilly. Slight chance of a shower in Thursday’s predawn hours. Winds veer around to the south late. Low: 37.
THURSDAY: A good deal of cloudiness, scattered showers possible from time to time, especially during the first half of the day. Brief glimpses of sun possible in the afternoon. A 5th consecutive day with near seasonable temperatures. Winds: South 5-12 mph. High: 57/modestly cooler along the north shore.
Northwesterly jet stream winds aloft will gradually break down allowing some of the warmth out west to spread east into the Midwest later this week.
THURSDAY NIGHT: Clouds lower and thicken. Scattered showers grow more numerous in area coverage late, chance for thunderstorms in Friday’s predawn hours. Milder than recent nights. Low: 45.
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Rains won’t be continuous, but likely to come and go at times beginning Thursday and continuing into the coming weekend.
The best chance for any thunderstorm activity is likely to occur Friday morning ahead of a surge of unseasonably warm air that promises to bring the second warmest temperatures of 2025 at the very least Friday afternoon following another day in the middle 50s on Thursday.
The ridge of high pressure responsible for unseasonable western warmth spreads east into the Midwest on Friday.
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Total rainfall when you add up each burst of showers through the coming weekend is likely to pass 1” for much of the metro area.
Full forecast details at the WGN Weather Center
Conclusion
The weather forecast indicates a mix of cloudiness and sunshine throughout the week, with a chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms. The temperatures are expected to remain near seasonable, with a slight warm-up on Friday. It is essential to stay updated with the latest weather forecasts and warnings to plan your daily activities accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the weather forecast for Thursday?
A: Thursday is expected to be cloudy with scattered showers, and a high temperature of 57 degrees.
Q: Will it rain on Friday?
A: Yes, there is a chance of thunderstorms on Friday morning, followed by a warm and sunny afternoon.
Q: How much rainfall is expected over the weekend?
A: The total rainfall is likely to pass 1” for much of the metro area.
Q: Where can I find the latest weather forecast?
A: You can find the latest weather forecast at the WGN Weather Center.
