Chicago, IL – Illinois will hold onto a stretch of summer-like warmth as October settles in, giving Chicagoans a sunny weekend ahead. Drivers and residents should prepare for higher-than-normal temperatures, with highs reaching the mid-80s through Saturday. Outdoor plans, decorating for Halloween, and travel along Lake Shore Drive will all benefit from calm skies and dry pavement.
According to the National Weather Service, Thursday starts mostly sunny with highs near 78, climbing into the mid-80s by Friday and Saturday. Winds from the south may gust up to 15 mph, but no rain is expected until late Monday. That means Chicago and surrounding suburbs, from Oak Park to Evanston, can count on blue skies for most fall activities through the weekend.
Friday brings a high near 84 with light breezes, while Saturday peaks at 86 under full sun. Sunday keeps the warm pattern alive with highs in the mid-80s before clouds and scattered showers return Monday night. Commuters on I-90 and I-55 should see clear travel conditions through the weekend, with delays possible only once the rain arrives early next week.
Residents are urged to take advantage of this stretch of warmth before cooler air pushes in by Tuesday. It’s a prime window for seasonal chores, outdoor dining, and Halloween decorating.
More updates will follow as showers build into Monday night, but until then, sunny skies remain locked in.
Five Day Forecast for Chicago, IL
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 78°F.
- Friday: Sunny, high 84°F.
- Saturday: Sunny, high 86°F.
- Sunday: Sunny, high 84°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny early, chance of showers late, high 82°F.
