Chicago, Illinois – Patchy smoke and widespread haze continue to cloud Chicago’s skies overnight into Monday, with residents waking up to reduced visibility and air quality concerns. Drivers and those with respiratory sensitivities should take precautions, as east winds will keep haze in place until at least midday Monday before skies begin to clear and temperatures climb through the week.
According to the National Weather Service, visibility remains limited overnight, with mostly cloudy skies and lows near 67°F. East winds around 5 mph will persist. By Monday, expect mostly sunny conditions as the haze gradually lifts, bringing highs near 81°F. The improvement in air quality will be followed by a warming trend, with temperatures peaking near 89°F by Friday and sunny, dry weather dominating through the weekend.
Those sensitive to air quality should minimize outdoor activities through Monday morning. Plan for building heat through midweek, with sunny and dry conditions favoring outdoor events but requiring extra hydration. The next update will address any ongoing smoke concerns or changes in the warming trend.
Five Day Forecast for Chicago, IL:
- Monday: Hazy start, mostly sunny, high 81°F, low 70°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 81°F, low 70°F
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 84°F, low 71°F
- Thursday: Sunny, high 87°F, low 73°F
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 89°F, low 75°F
