Weather Forecast and Conditions
Current Conditions
Chilly weather will linger a bit longer, but seasonable conditions are just ahead.
Sunday will see abundant sunshine and fall-like temperatures for a fourth day in a row. Highs will be in the mid to upper 60s.
The Next Few Hours
The extended outlook calls for temperatures to climb back into the 70s for Monday with mostly sunny skies.
Kickoff for the Bears’ home openers should be in the comfortable upper 70s.
Extended Outlook
Upper-level steering winds blowing in from Canada’s Yukon Territory will shift north and east with time and a more west/southwest jet-stream flow will allow much warmer conditions by the middle of next week.
Forecast 850 millibar 10-day Temperature Anomaly Animation
Blue colors represent areas of cooler than normal and orange and red colors depict areas of warmer than normal. The darker the shading, the more above or below normal temperatures are likely to be.
This technique is a good proxy indicator of how temperatures will respond at ground level. You can see by this animation that we are headed for much warmer weather next week following a chilly weekend.
Forecast Precipitation Next Seven Days
No help from Mother Nature for area lawns and gardens. No measurable rainfall is expected across the Chicago area or even the entire state of Illinois and Indiana through at least next Friday night, September 12th.
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7-Day Outlook
We will get warmer on Tuesday as the highs get closer to 80. Mid-80s by Wed and then back into the 70s for the rest of the week.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, the weather forecast for the next few days is looking good with plenty of sunshine and seasonable temperatures. However, it’s always a good idea to check the latest forecast before making any plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current weather condition?
A: The current weather condition is chilly, but seasonable conditions are just ahead.
Q: What is the forecast for the next few hours?
A: The forecast for the next few hours calls for temperatures to climb back into the 70s for Monday with mostly sunny skies.
Q: What is the extended outlook?
A: The extended outlook calls for upper-level steering winds blowing in from Canada’s Yukon Territory to shift north and east with time, allowing much warmer conditions by the middle of next week.
Q: Will it rain in the next seven days?
A: No measurable rainfall is expected across the Chicago area or even the entire state of Illinois and Indiana through at least next Friday night, September 12th.
Q: How can I get more information on weather maps?
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Q: How can I get more information on climate and environment?
A: For more information on climate and environment, please visit our website.
