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Illinois Weather Nov. 13-14: Lows Plunge to 22°, Snow Possible
Springfield, IL – Central Illinois residents could see their first taste of wintry weather this week as gusty north winds bring colder temperatures, isolated rain showers and a chance of snowflakes Th
By Jordan Mercer · 2026-11-12T11:11:48.010Z
Springfield, IL – Central Illinois residents could see their first taste of wintry weather this week as gusty north winds bring colder temperatures, isolated rain showers and a chance of snowflakes Thursday, Nov. 12, into Friday, Nov. 13. By Friday night, temperatures could plunge into the lower 20s across portions of the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Lincoln, a departing low pressure system will usher colder air into central Illinois Thursday, with breezy conditions and scattered light showers possible. Rain could briefly mix with snow overnight into Friday morning, particularly near and east of Interstate 57.
Thursday, Nov. 12: Colder Air Arrives
High temperatures Thursday are expected to range from 43 to 52 degrees, with a 20% chance of isolated showers.
Overnight lows will fall between 29 and 35 degrees. A few rain or snow showers could develop, although widespread accumulation is not forecast.
Friday, Nov. 13: Snowflakes Possible
Friday brings a 30% chance of precipitation, with some snowflakes potentially mixing with rain early in the day.
Afternoon highs will reach only 42 to 46 degrees before temperatures drop sharply Friday night.
Saturday, Nov. 14: Lows Near 22 Degrees
Friday night temperatures are forecast to fall between 22 and 28 degrees, marking one of the coldest periods in the five day outlook.
Saturday will bring sunshine and highs between 44 and 48 degrees, followed by another cold night with lows of 23 to 27 degrees.
Sunday, Nov. 15, Through Monday, Nov. 16
Dry and mostly sunny conditions are expected to continue, with highs reaching 48 to 52 degrees.
Overnight temperatures will remain chilly, generally falling into the 20s.
Residents should prepare for freezing overnight conditions, particularly when traveling early in the morning. Drivers should remain alert for isolated slick spots if moisture remains on roadways as temperatures fall.