CHAMPAIGN, IL – A low, silvery ceiling of clouds stretches across east-central Illinois this morning, dimming the sunrise and leaving faint traces of drizzle along rural roads. The air feels damp but calm — a transitional start to the weekend as the region prepares for a quick warm-up followed by new rain chances early next week.
The National Weather Service in Lincoln reports a slight chance of sprinkles through late morning, with temperatures climbing to around 58°F this afternoon. Winds from the east-southeast will stay light, keeping conditions cool but comfortable. Roadways may be slick early, though travel impacts remain minimal.
Sunday marks a sharp turnaround. Sunshine returns, highs rise into the mid-60s, and breezes strengthen slightly — ideal weather for late-October yard work, outdoor sports, or Halloween decorating. Monday continues the mild stretch, with highs in the low 60s under mostly sunny skies before clouds thicken later in the evening.
By late Monday night, showers move back into central Illinois, signaling the next system to cross the Midwest. Rain chances increase Tuesday and linger into Wednesday, followed by cooler air and another push of classic fall weather to end the week.
For now, Champaign’s weekend promises a balance of calm and warmth before the pattern turns wetter again. Keep the umbrellas handy, but enjoy the mild spell while it lasts — November’s chill is waiting in the wings.
Five-Day Outlook for Champaign, IL:
Sat: 58/44 – Cloudy; slight chance of sprinkles.
Sun: 66/42 – Sunny, mild, light east breeze.
Mon: 63/43 – Mostly sunny; clouds late.
Tue: 59/41 – Mostly cloudy; rain likely.
Wed: 58/39 – Scattered showers; cooler air returns.
