Chicago, IL – Travelers across Illinois, the Great Lakes, and the Ohio Valley should prepare for a dynamic mix of weather this Thanksgiving week, with rain, snow, and travel disruptions expected. Patchy fog and drizzle tonight will kick off a week of increasingly wintry conditions.
According to the National Weather Service, fog and drizzle will reduce visibility tonight across Illinois, with temperatures dipping to 34°F. Motorists on key routes like I-90 and I-55 are urged to use caution as slick roads and low visibility may create hazardous driving conditions. Sunday will see partial clearing with highs near 51°F, but another round of rain and strong winds is forecast to arrive Sunday night.
By Tuesday night, a developing storm system will bring snow to parts of the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley, potentially impacting interstates in northern Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. Forecasters warn that snowfall totals remain uncertain, but significant accumulation could disrupt regional travel, especially as colder air moves in Wednesday.
Thanksgiving Day is shaping up to be cold and cloudy, with highs in the mid-30s across Illinois and snow chances lingering in parts of the Great Lakes. Travelers are encouraged to check updated forecasts and plan ahead to avoid delays during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
With weather conditions evolving, those hitting the road or flying this week should stay informed on the latest updates to ensure safe and timely travel.
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