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Champaign, IL Weather Alert: Snow Possible Nov. 13, Lows Near 23°
Champaign, IL – Residents in Champaign and surrounding east central Illinois communities could see a brief mix of rain and snow Friday morning, Nov. 13, before a colder stretch sends overnight tempera
By Mason Reid · 2026-11-12T21:49:38.790Z
Champaign, IL – Residents in Champaign and surrounding east central Illinois communities could see a brief mix of rain and snow Friday morning, Nov. 13, before a colder stretch sends overnight temperatures into the 20s through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Lincoln, gusty north northwest winds will continue into Friday, bringing mostly cloudy skies, chilly conditions and the possibility of light precipitation across east central Illinois.
Forecasters indicate a 20% chance of rain or snow showers Thursday night, with temperatures dropping between 30 and 35 degrees.
By Friday morning, Nov. 13, some rain showers could mix with light snow as colder air settles across the region.
The National Weather Service places Friday's precipitation chances between 20% and 30%, with daytime highs reaching approximately 42 to 45 degrees.
Little or no snow accumulation is expected, although brief periods of mixed precipitation could produce wet roadways during the morning commute.
Drivers traveling Interstate 57, Interstate 72 and Interstate 74 around Champaign Urbana should remain alert for changing weather conditions, particularly during the early morning hours.
The more significant temperature change arrives Friday night, when lows across central Illinois are forecast to fall between 23 and 28 degrees.
Saturday, Nov. 14, brings improving conditions with sunshine and highs between 45 and 49 degrees.
However, temperatures will again drop into the mid 20s Saturday night, with similar overnight lows expected Sunday and Monday.
Sunday afternoon temperatures should reach 48 to 52 degrees, followed by highs around 50 to 53 degrees Monday.
By Tuesday, Nov. 17, temperatures are expected to recover into the middle 50s, with highs ranging from 53 to 56 degrees.
Dry and sunny conditions are expected Saturday through Tuesday, offering relief from Friday's chilly, unsettled weather.
Residents should prepare for several freezing nights, especially those with outdoor plants or temperature sensitive equipment.