Chicago, IL – Wind gusts near 40 mph and springlike temperatures in the 60s will elevate fire danger across northern Illinois through late Friday afternoon before a sharp weekend cooldown brings a chance for snow.
According to the National Weather Service in Chicago, morning fog will erode quickly, giving way to unseasonably warm and breezy conditions Friday. Highs will climb between 60 and 65 degrees, with increased fire danger as dry air and gusty southwest winds overspread the region. Residents should avoid outdoor burning and use caution with anything that could spark a fire.
By Saturday, colder air pushes in, dropping highs into the 30s and 40s. A chance of snow develops, mainly along and south of the I-80 corridor, though confidence in significant accumulation remains low. Overnight lows will fall into the teens and 20s by Sunday morning, refreezing any moisture on untreated roads.
Early next week stays active. Sunday holds highs in the upper 20s to upper 30s with another snow chance mainly south of I-80. Monday brings a mix of rain and snow with highs in the mid-30s, followed by upper 30s to low 40s Tuesday with scattered precipitation.
Five Day Forecast for Chicago, Illinois:
Friday: Windy with increased fire danger. High 60-65. Low 26-32.
Saturday: Chance of snow. High 32-48. Low 13-24.
Sunday: Mostly cloudy with a chance of snow south of I-80. High 29-38. Low 16-26.
Monday: Chance of rain and snow. High 35-39. Low 25-30.
Tuesday: Partly cloudy with scattered rain or snow showers. High 38-42. Low 27-34.
