Springfield, IL – Residents across central Illinois can expect a mostly dry stretch through midweek before rain and storms return heading into the weekend. According to the US National Weather Service Central Illinois, only a 20% chance of light showers is expected north of a Galesburg-to-Pontiac line late Tuesday night, with otherwise dry conditions through early Friday.
Overnight lows will range between 52–62°F, with patchy fog possible across central Illinois. High temperatures through Thursday are forecast to reach the low to upper 70s, offering mild fall weather before a shift to wetter conditions late in the week.
Forecasters say shower and thunderstorm chances will increase Friday evening into Saturday, as an autumn storm system approaches the region. Rainfall could impact outdoor plans and harvest operations, with temperatures expected to dip slightly into the upper 60s by Sunday.
Residents are advised to monitor updated forecasts as timing and intensity of weekend storms become clearer.
