Lincoln, IL – Residents in central and southeast Illinois can expect a pleasant weekend ahead, with below-average temperatures and low humidity levels. As cooler air dominates the region, daytime highs will range between 73°F and 80°F, with nighttime lows dipping into the low 50s.
According to the US National Weather Service, these comfortable conditions will persist through Saturday, with highs reaching up to 78°F under mostly sunny skies. However, as the weekend progresses, there is an increasing chance of rain starting Sunday evening, continuing into the early part of next week. By Monday, temperatures will hover between 73°F and 79°F, with rain chances at 20%.
Looking ahead to Tuesday and Wednesday, the forecast shows a slight warm-up, with highs reaching the low 80s. However, scattered showers and thunderstorms may develop, particularly on Tuesday when rain chances rise to 30%.
Residents are advised to enjoy the mild weather this weekend but keep an eye on the changing conditions early next week, as rain and cooler temperatures return to the region.