Current Weather Conditions
The current weather conditions are mainly clear and warm for the season, with humidities remaining comfortable. Lows range from the upper 50s in the coolest outlying areas to the upper 60s downtown Chicago. Winds are light and easterly, with a low of 64.
The Next Few Hours
Friday begins with a fair amount of sunshine, but some clouds will begin increasing as we move beyond lunchtime and into the later part of the afternoon.
An area of low pressure bordering Minnesota and the Dakotas is slowly moving to the east and will thicken area cloud cover by evening, also bringing the chance for a spotty shower to 10-20% of the metro area.
Better chances of seeing more organized precipitation come late Friday night and into Saturday.
Friday Morning Temperatures
A much warmer start to the day is expected, with much of the area in the lower to middle 60s.
Friday Afternoon Temperatures
Potentially one of the warmer days of the remainder of 2025, highs will surge well into the 80s for most of the area. The one exception will be areas close to Lake Michigan, where a light easterly breeze will keep highs a few degrees cooler in the upper 70s.
Friday Boating Forecast
Another day where area boaters may opt to leave work early or take the day off, with partly sunny skies expected and highs close to 80-degrees and only a modest 1-2 foot chop on Lake Michigan.
Friday Sunburn Forecast
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Conclusion
In conclusion, the current weather conditions are mainly clear and warm, with a chance of precipitation increasing as we move into the weekend. It’s essential to stay up-to-date with the latest forecast and weather news to plan your activities accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about the weather forecast:
Q: What is the current temperature?
A: The current temperature is in the lower to middle 60s, with highs surging well into the 80s for most of the area.
Q: Will it rain on Friday?
A: There is a chance of a spotty shower to 10-20% of the metro area, with better chances of seeing more organized precipitation coming late Friday night and into Saturday.
Q: Is it a good day for boating?
A: Yes, it’s another day where area boaters may opt to leave work early or take the day off, with partly sunny skies expected and highs close to 80-degrees and only a modest 1-2 foot chop on Lake Michigan.
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