Champaign, Illinois – Thunderstorms could rattle central Illinois through Tuesday evening, with wind gusts up to 33 mph and rainfall topping one inch in spots.
According to the National Weather Service in Lincoln, a strong low-pressure system will continue pushing across Illinois, bringing daily chances of showers and thunderstorms through Tuesday night. The most intense activity is expected Monday night into Tuesday, with multiple rounds of rain and isolated storms. Areas near Champaign, Urbana, and Mahomet could see locally heavy rainfall between 0.75 to 1 inch and wind gusts nearing 33 mph.
Drivers along Illinois Route 10 and I-72 should remain alert for ponding on roads and sudden gusts during commuting hours. Thunderstorm timing peaks after 1 a.m. Tuesday and again by early evening. Winds from the southeast at 14 to 20 mph may become strong during storms. NWS advises securing loose outdoor items and avoiding unnecessary travel during periods of heavy rain.
Tuesday night remains unsettled, with a 60% chance of thunderstorms before 7 p.m., then scattered showers into early Wednesday. Storms could still produce gusts up to 26 mph. Temperatures will remain warm, with highs in the low to mid-70s both days, giving the week a true early-summer feel.
🌤️ 5-Day Extended Forecast for Champaign:
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, 40% chance of showers, high near 60°F
- Thursday: Partly sunny and dry, high near 62°F
- Friday: Mostly sunny and warmer, high near 68°F
- Saturday: Continued sun with a high near 71°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, highs hold steady around 71°F
