Chicago, Illinois – A broad warmup is expected to take hold across Iowa and Illinois as February begins, easing winter cold and bringing a quieter weather pattern with limited rain and snow chances through much of the upcoming week.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, temperatures across both states are expected to trend near to above normal from Monday through Friday, while precipitation remains close to seasonal averages. This outlook lowers the likelihood of widespread snow events or disruptive winter storms.
Across Iowa, the shift should help reduce the frequency of bitter cold mornings that often impact rural travel and infrastructure. In Illinois, especially across the northern half of the state, the milder pattern favors more stable road conditions and fewer snow-related slowdowns.
In the Chicago metro area, daytime temperatures are expected to rebound from late January levels, improving commute conditions and reducing the risk of prolonged icy stretches. Any precipitation that does develop should be light and scattered, with no strong signals for significant accumulation.
While winter hazards are not completely off the table, overall impacts appear limited. The National Weather Service notes that updated outlooks will refine temperature and precipitation trends as February progresses, and additional advisories could be issued if conditions change.
