Champaign, Illinois – After days of humidity and spotty storms, Central Illinois gets a summer reprieve starting Friday, August 1. Sunny skies and seasonable temperatures will return to Champaign, with the high peaking around 79°F and light breezes helping to clear the air. Patchy smoke may linger near roadways like I-74, but air quality is expected to remain moderate.
According to the National Weather Service in Lincoln, Friday kicks off a dry stretch that could last well into early next week. Winds from the northeast at 10 mph—gusting up to 18 mph—will bring mild relief from recent humidity. Friday night looks mostly clear with lows dropping to 56°F, a cool dip ideal for open-window sleeping.
The weekend will continue the calm pattern. Saturday brings sunny skies and a high of 78°F, with only a light easterly breeze. Sunday turns slightly warmer, reaching 81°F with no precipitation expected.
By Monday night, a weak system could bring back a chance of thunderstorms, but severe weather is not anticipated at this time. No hazardous weather alerts are in effect, and no spotter activation is expected through tonight.
⚠️ Reminder: With sunshine returning, take precautions during peak sun hours—wear sunscreen and stay hydrated.
☀️ Five-Day Forecast for Champaign, IL (Friday, August 1 – Wednesday, August 6):
- Friday: Sunny, high near 79°F. NE wind 10–11 mph, gusts up to 18 mph
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 78°F. East wind 6–8 mph
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 81°F. Light breeze
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 83°F. Low: 65°F
- Tuesday: Chance of thunderstorms, high near 82°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 85°F
