Chicago, Illinois – Light snow showers near Lake Michigan tonight may briefly affect travel along major roadways, including I-90 and I-94.
According to a Friday afternoon update from the National Weather Service Chicago, scattered snow showers are expected to develop near the lake tonight, with minor accumulations possible, mainly impacting northwest Indiana and areas closest to the shoreline.
Forecasters said the snow will be lake-effect driven, meaning impacts will be localized but could create slick spots on untreated roads, particularly along I-90, I-94, US-41, and Lake Shore Drive during the overnight hours. Temperatures are forecast to fall into the mid- to upper-teens, increasing the risk of icy patches where snow briefly accumulates.
Most inland portions of northeast Illinois are expected to see little to no accumulation, with conditions improving by Saturday morning as snow showers diminish. The National Weather Service noted that Saturday will be quiet overall, with daytime highs ranging from the upper 20s to mid-30s, depending on location.
A warming trend is expected to begin Sunday and continue into early next week. Forecast highs are projected to climb into the 40s by Monday, with some areas potentially reaching the low 50s by Tuesday, signaling a break from prolonged winter cold.
Commuters traveling late tonight or early Saturday near the Illinois-Indiana state line are encouraged to remain cautious, especially on bridges and elevated roadways where freezing can occur more quickly.
This weather pattern may be of particular interest to overnight workers and early-morning commuters who travel lakefront routes during low-visibility periods.
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