Decatur, IL – Residents in Decatur and across central Illinois should prepare for a wet and stormy week, as showers and thunderstorms are set to sweep through the area starting Monday. According to the National Weather Service, a decaying line of storms is expected to bring rain to the region Monday morning, with additional showers and thunderstorms likely throughout the day. Temperatures will range from 68 to 76 degrees.
The stormy weather pattern is expected to persist, with periodic chances of thunderstorms through Friday. Tuesday will bring a brief respite, with partly cloudy skies and temperatures between 76 and 82 degrees. However, the storm threat returns Wednesday, as temperatures rise to a high of 84 degrees.
Thursday and Friday will see the heat and humidity increase, with highs reaching up to 86 degrees. Both days will have a chance of afternoon and evening thunderstorms, bringing potentially heavy rain to the area.
Decatur residents are advised to monitor weather updates and take precautions as needed, especially during periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms. The unsettled weather is expected to continue into the weekend, making it essential to stay informed and prepared for changing conditions.