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Illinois Weather Today: Lows Near 22° Before 60° Warmup Nov 14-18
Chicago, IL – Residents across northern Illinois are facing another round of chilly November temperatures Saturday, November 14, with overnight lows potentially dropping into the lower 20s in colder l
By Jenna Hartley · 2026-11-14T12:30:06.490Z
Chicago, IL – Residents across northern Illinois are facing another round of chilly November temperatures Saturday, November 14, with overnight lows potentially dropping into the lower 20s in colder locations. However, a noticeable warming trend could push afternoon temperatures toward 60 degrees by the middle of next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Chicago, lingering lake effect showers across Lake and Porter counties in northwest Indiana are expected to move east of the region Saturday afternoon. Dry conditions and gradually warmer temperatures should then dominate the Chicago area and surrounding communities through at least midweek.
Freezing Nights Continue Across Northern Illinois Saturday's afternoon highs are forecast between 44 and 47 degrees, followed by overnight lows ranging from 22 to 34 degrees across the region.
Sunday, November 15, brings slightly warmer conditions, with afternoon temperatures climbing between 47 and 50 degrees. Overnight lows could still fall into the 20s and lower 30s.
Monday, November 16, continues the gradual warmup, with highs reaching 49 to 52 degrees and overnight temperatures ranging from 25 to 33 degrees.
Temperatures Could Approach 60 Degrees Wednesday By Tuesday, November 17, afternoon highs are expected to climb between 53 and 55 degrees under mostly sunny skies.
Wednesday, November 18, could bring the warmest conditions of the forecast period, with highs ranging from 55 to 60 degrees.
Overnight lows are also expected to moderate significantly by Wednesday night, ranging from 39 to 44 degrees.
The warming trend should provide more comfortable conditions for commuters, outdoor workers and residents preparing for Thanksgiving week.
While dry weather is expected through at least Wednesday, residents should remain prepared for freezing overnight temperatures early in the week, particularly outside Chicago's urban core.