Chicago, Illinois – A stretch of cooler, calmer weather is setting up across northern Illinois, with Chicago bracing for a breezy Sunday followed by dry, mild days through midweek.
According to the National Weather Service Chicago, a slight chance of light showers or sprinkles may develop Sunday afternoon and evening as temperatures reach between 70 and 74 degrees. Wind gusts could pick up during the day, especially near the lakefront, but skies will clear overnight. Lows will dip into the upper 40s to upper 50s by Monday morning, offering a refreshing start to the week.
Monday through Wednesday will remain dry with daytime highs ranging from the upper 60s near the lake to mid-70s inland. Skies will stay mostly sunny, with overnight lows continuing in the upper 40s and 50s, potentially prompting light jacket weather for early morning commuters.
While no major storms are expected, drivers should stay alert for patchy early morning fog or slick spots near Lake Shore Drive and suburban expressways before sunrise.
This cooler trend will hold through at least Wednesday, with updated advisories possible if rain chances increase again late next week.
Five Day Forecast for Chicago, IL
- Sunday: Breezy with light PM showers, High 70–74° / Low 47–58°
- Monday: Mostly sunny and dry, High 68–71° / Low 46–57°
- Tuesday: Sunny skies continue, High 69–73° / Low 47–58°
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, slightly warmer, High 72–76° / Low 52–60°
- Thursday: Mild with increasing clouds, Highs near mid-70s (early outlook)
