Chicago, IL – A wintry mix is set to hit Illinois late Friday, particularly southeast of Interstate 55, followed by an Arctic air mass expected to bring subzero wind chills by Sunday. Residents should prepare for slick roads and freezing conditions as temperatures drop significantly throughout the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, precipitation will begin as a mix of rain and snow late Friday night, transitioning to snow before tapering off early Saturday morning. Surface cooling may lead to icy patches, especially southeast of I-55. Gusty northwest winds will usher in frigid air, sending temperatures plummeting to lows near 7 degrees Saturday morning.
By Sunday, temperatures are forecast to reach highs of only 11 degrees, with nighttime lows dropping to minus 4 degrees. Wind chills could feel as cold as minus 15 to minus 25 Sunday night into Monday morning.
The cold weather will persist into Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with highs near 5 degrees and sunny skies. Residents are urged to limit outdoor exposure, bundle up, and ensure pets remain indoors during the coldest stretches.
This cold spell caps off a week of mild weather in Chicago, where daytime highs reached the mid-30s earlier. The sharp drop in temperatures underscores the importance of monitoring road conditions and staying updated on forecasts.
For updated weather conditions, visit the National Weather Service website or tune in to local alerts. Stay safe and plan accordingly as Illinois faces dangerous cold through early next week.
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