Chicago, IL – Chicago residents should be prepared for variable weather this week, with fog risks in the morning and thunderstorms expected as we move into the weekend. A hazardous weather outlook from the National Weather Service has issued a fog advisory this morning for areas west of the Fox Valley, reducing visibility to less than a mile in some spots. Drivers are urged to use caution, especially on routes such as U.S. Route 30 and Interstate 88.
According to the National Weather Service, conditions will improve slightly on Thursday, with only a slight chance of showers before 8 a.m. Temperatures will rise to 42°F, with moderate northeast winds at 10-15 mph. However, the weather outlook shifts as we move into Friday, with thunderstorms expected to develop after 1 p.m. Friday’s high will reach around 45°F, with winds gusting up to 15 mph.
Looking ahead to the weekend, the weather will improve, with mostly sunny skies and temperatures nearing 50°F on Saturday. Sunday promises mild weather, with partly cloudy skies and a high of 62°F.
For those planning travel or outdoor activities, the National Weather Service advises checking the latest updates for potential storm warnings. Additionally, stay prepared for gusty winds and patchy fog as spring transitions fully into the season.
Five-Day Forecast:
- Friday: Sunny, high near 45°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high of 49°F.
- Sunday: Partly cloudy, high of 62°F.
- Monday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms likely after 1 p.m., high of 67°F.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 53°F.
