A Quiet Holiday Ahead for the Chicago Area
While many in the Chicago area may be dreaming of a white Christmas, a chance of rain showers alongside cloudy skies and temperatures above freezing will leave residents across the region waiting until next year.
No Snowstorms or Cold Snaps Expected
A quiet holiday is likely in store for the area, according to NBC 5 Storm Team meteorologist Pete Sack, with no snowstorms or cold snaps on the horizon as celebrations get underway.
Temperatures to Rise Throughout the Week
While temperatures Wednesday morning are expected to hover around 30 degrees, the mercury is expected to rise into the upper 30s by the afternoon hours, accompanied by light northeasterly breezes.
Rain Showers Possible, but Not Widespread
Though widespread rainfall isn’t anticipated, stray showers may impact the region on Christmas, particularly in areas directly south of Chicago during the morning hours. While more parts of the region may see some rainfall as the afternoon begins, heavy precipitation across wide swaths of the area are not expected.
Foggy Conditions Expected on Thursday
However, the combination of light rain and light breezes may produce foggy conditions come Thursday, with those conditions expected to last into the afternoon hours with only light winds forecasted.
Temperatures to Warm Up by the Weekend
Temperatures continue to warm up from there, with a chance of rain returning by the weekend alongside highs reaching the low-to-mid 50s.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will it be a white Christmas in the Chicago area?
A: No, a chance of rain showers alongside cloudy skies and temperatures above freezing will leave residents across the region waiting until next year.
Q: Are snowstorms or cold snaps expected in the area?
A: No, according to NBC 5 Storm Team meteorologist Pete Sack, no snowstorms or cold snaps are on the horizon.
Q: How will temperatures change throughout the week?
A: Temperatures will rise from around 30 degrees in the morning to the upper 30s by the afternoon, accompanied by light northeasterly breezes.
Q: Is widespread rainfall expected?
A: No, stray showers may impact the region on Christmas, particularly in areas directly south of Chicago during the morning hours, but heavy precipitation across wide swaths of the area are not expected.
Q: What can I expect on Thursday?
A: Foggy conditions are expected, with those conditions lasting into the afternoon hours with only light winds forecasted.
Q: What’s the forecast for the weekend?
A: Temperatures will continue to warm up, with a chance of rain returning and highs reaching the low-to-mid 50s.
