Chicago, IL – Severe weather is anticipated south of I-80 today, with a high potential for thunderstorms and damaging winds. The US National Weather Service has issued warnings for the area, highlighting the risk of significant storms this afternoon and evening.
According to the US National Weather Service, the strongest storms are expected to develop around 1 PM and could persist until midnight. These storms may bring hail up to 2 inches in diameter and wind gusts reaching 75 mph. Additionally, there is a significant risk of flash flooding in the affected areas. The highest threat is projected for regions along and south of I-80, including Joliet, Kankakee, and Ottawa.
Following today’s severe weather, the region will experience cooler conditions on Friday, with temperatures ranging from 76 to 86 degrees. Saturday will see a return of the heat, with highs reaching 80 to 88 degrees under partly cloudy skies. Isolated thunderstorms are possible on Sunday and Monday, with temperatures soaring back into the 90s, and humidity levels remaining high. The forecast indicates a continued pattern of hot and humid weather into early next week, potentially bringing more unsettled weather to the region.
