Chicago, Illinois – Expect a wet midweek in the Chicago area as thunderstorms roll in Tuesday, disrupting spring travel and soaking roads through Friday night.
According to the National Weather Service, a 30% chance of thunderstorms begins midday Wednesday, mainly between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., followed by showers into the evening. Conditions could slow traffic on major roadways like I-55, I-90, and I-94. Drivers should plan for slick surfaces and reduced visibility, especially during afternoon commutes.
Rain continues into Wednesday night with southeast winds around 5 mph and a low near 52°F. A brief break arrives Thursday, offering partly sunny skies and a high near 59°F. But by Thursday night, the next wave of rain returns with a 50% chance of showers, becoming more widespread into Friday. NWS indicates Friday will likely be wet, with temperatures holding near 60°F.
Storms could persist into Friday night before clearing for a drier and cooler weekend. Saturday and Sunday should feel more like spring, with highs in the low to mid-50s and mostly sunny skies expected.
Five-Day Extended Spring Forecast for Chicago:
- Wednesday: PM storms, high 63°F
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high 59°F
- Friday: Showers likely, high 60°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 52°F
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 57°F
