Chicago Weather: Monday Morning Forecast
The Brief
- Unseasonably warm temperatures are expected in Chicago, with highs potentially reaching the low 80s today, breaking previous records.
- Tomorrow will see similar warmth with continued gusty conditions, followed by a chance of showers and storms late into Halloween morning.
Step Outside and Feel the Unusual
Step outside and immediately you’ll feel something isn’t quite normal for late October. Temperatures aren’t far from 70 degrees as of this writing and they’ll only go up from here. It even feels a little humid out there. Highs today will easily smash the record of 78 degrees set most recently in 1999. Low 80s are in store. Skies will be partly sunny. The winds will be a big story too with gusts out of the south-southwest exceeding 40 mph at times.
Red Flag Warning Issued
Due to the winds and dry conditions, a Red Flag Warning will be in effect this afternoon and evening for the potential of rapidly-spreading and erratic fire behavior. Lows tonight will stay in the mid to upper 60s which means that today’s high-minimum temperature record of 65 degrees will also be broken. In fact, this will likely be the warmest low on record so late in the season.
Tomorrow’s Forecast
Tomorrow’s record is 85 degrees and will not be broken. Highs, however, will be in the low 80s once again under partly to mostly cloudy skies. Winds will be gusty once again, too.
Showers and Storms Late in the Morning
Then the focus shifts to the potential for showers and storms after midnight into early Halloween morning. Some higher-resolution forecast models are strongly suggesting that the line of showers fizzles here with barely any rainfall. I’ll stay on top of this trend as the failure mode due to the inopportune time of day for storms and ongoing drought cannot be ignored. What is certain is that any showers would be long gone by trick or treat time.
Conclusion
Chicago is in for an unusual warm spell, with temperatures expected to reach the low 80s today, breaking previous records. The winds will be a big story, with gusts exceeding 40 mph at times. A Red Flag Warning has been issued due to the winds and dry conditions, and showers and storms are expected late in the morning. Stay safe and enjoy the unseasonable warmth!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the current temperature?
A: As of this writing, temperatures are around 70 degrees.
Q: Will it be warm tomorrow as well?
A: Yes, tomorrow will see similar warmth with continued gusty conditions, followed by a chance of showers and storms late into Halloween morning.
Q: Will there be rain?
A: There is a chance of showers and storms late in the morning, but higher-resolution forecast models suggest that the line of showers may fizzle with barely any rainfall.
Q: Is it safe to have outdoor activities?
A: Yes, the warm weather is expected to be safe, but be mindful of the strong winds and take necessary precautions when engaging in outdoor activities.
