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Illinois Weather Nov. 3-4: First Soaking Rain in Weeks Arrives
Chicago, IL – Northern Illinois residents should prepare for the first widespread soaking rainfall in several weeks as a slow moving weather system approaches the Chicago metropolitan area, bringing b
By Mara Ellison · 2026-11-02T09:29:00.872Z
Chicago, IL – Northern Illinois residents should prepare for the first widespread soaking rainfall in several weeks as a slow moving weather system approaches the Chicago metropolitan area, bringing breezy conditions, unusually mild temperatures and increasing rain chances Tuesday, November 3, into early Wednesday, November 4.
According to the National Weather Service in Chicago, cloudy and mild conditions will dominate Monday, November 2, and Tuesday before a cold front brings a more organized period of rainfall across the region.
Monday will feature patchy drizzle and isolated showers, with afternoon temperatures ranging from 60 to 65 degrees .
Breezy conditions will continue Monday night, with occasional showers possible mainly near and west of the Dixon Antioch line. Overnight lows are expected between 58 and 62 degrees.
The biggest temperature increase arrives Tuesday, November 3, when highs could climb to 69 to 75 degrees , considerably mild for early November.
Showers will gradually expand eastward throughout Tuesday before becoming more widespread later in the day.
The National Weather Service expects the most widespread soaking rainfall late Tuesday through early Wednesday , potentially affecting evening travel and Wednesday morning commutes.
Communities across the Chicago metropolitan area and surrounding northern Illinois counties could experience wet roadways, reduced visibility and periods of steady rainfall.
Wednesday, November 4, will remain relatively mild, with afternoon highs between 61 and 69 degrees. Morning showers should gradually end, although isolated showers could redevelop during the afternoon.
By Thursday, November 5, temperatures will begin trending cooler, with highs between 56 and 62 degrees and scattered afternoon showers possible.
Overnight temperatures will gradually decline into the 40s across portions of the region.
Forecasters indicate that temperatures should remain above seasonal averages through much of the workweek before a more pronounced cooldown arrives over the upcoming weekend, November 7 8 .
Residents should monitor updated forecasts as the approaching system develops, particularly those planning outdoor activities or traveling Tuesday evening.
Additional local weather information is available at weather.gov/Chicago .