Chicago Weather Update: Snow to End Late Thursday Evening, Temperatures to Plunge
Current Weather Situation
Snow is moving through Chicagoland this evening, with some areas potentially seeing up to 1-2 inches of accumulation. The area most affected by travel impacts this afternoon and evening will be along and south of I-80, while locations north of I-80 will only experience a light dusting of snow.
Forecast
Snow will taper off by mid to late evening, with the rest of the night remaining cloudy and breezy. Lows will drop into the teens, making for a cold start to Friday. Tomorrow will begin with wind chills in the single digits, and they will likely remain there throughout the day. Friday will be partly cloudy and breezy, with highs only reaching the lower 20s.
Weekend Outlook
Saturday will be sunny and just as cold, with highs in the lower 20s in the afternoon. Another chance of snow is possible Sunday into Monday, but the majority of the heavy snow will miss us to the south, affecting Central Illinois and Indiana instead.
Extended Forecast
The colder than normal temperatures are expected to persist for a while. Monday and Tuesday will see highs in the mid to upper 20s, before dropping into the teens by next Wednesday.
Conclusion
It’s essential to stay prepared for the cold weather and potential snowfall in the coming days. Make sure to bundle up and plan accordingly to ensure a safe and comfortable commute.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much snow can I expect?
A: Some areas may see up to 1-2 inches of accumulation.
Q: Which areas will be most affected by travel impacts?
A: The area most affected will be along and south of I-80.
Q: Will it be cold on Friday?
A: Yes, with wind chills in the single digits and highs only in the lower 20s.
Q: Will it snow again over the weekend?
A: Another chance of snow is possible Sunday into Monday, but the majority of the heavy snow will miss us to the south.
Q: How long will the cold temperatures last?
A: The colder than normal temperatures are expected to persist for a while, with highs in the teens by next Wednesday.
