Weather Forecast and Updates
Introduction to Weather Forecasting
Weather forecasting is the process of predicting the weather conditions for a specific region and time period. It involves analyzing various atmospheric and environmental factors to predict temperature, precipitation, wind, and other weather conditions. In this article, we will discuss the current weather conditions, forecast, and updates for the region.
Current Weather Conditions
While not likely to be totally free of at least peeks of sunshine, a far cloudier and cooler day is on tap Friday along with chances for scattered showers and perhaps a thunderstorm or two, especially areas further south.
The rains are likely to come and go, so this will not be a total washout by any means.
Weather Maps and Radar
Weather Maps
Interactive Radar
Climate & Environment
Climate and Environment News
There will be no repeat of 80 degree warmth that occurred for parts of the area on Thursday. Instead, the warmest readings will peak in the lower 70s and that will occur far south of Chicago. The rest of the area will be limited to highs in the 50s and 60s.
The chilly conditions will continue for the start of the weekend where highs near Lake Michigan will be restricted to the 40s and only the middle to upper 50s well inland.
7-Day Outlook and Weather Center Newsletter
7-Day Outlook
Weather Center Newsletter
Current Conditions and Next Few Hours
Current Conditions
Next Few Hours
Looking Ahead to Summerlike Warmth and Severe Thunderstorms
Summerlike warmth and increased humidity returns to the area Monday and Tuesday, but that could also increase the potential for strong or severe thunderstorms.
The area is currently outlooked by the Storm Prediction Center for possible severe weather. This forecast will be refined in coming days.
There’s more sustained warmth compared to any point so far this season, but some dips in temperatures are still likely as frontal boundaries move through the Great Lakes, bringing cooler readings.
Last 7 days of April full day temperature anomaly
May 1 thru 7 average temperature anomaly
Conclusion
In conclusion, the weather
