Chicago, Illinois – A pleasant and sunny Sunday across the Chicago area will give way to an unsettled workweek, with increasing chances for showers and thunderstorms beginning late Monday. Residents should prepare for potential disruptions to travel and outdoor activities as storm systems move through the region.
According to the National Weather Service, Monday will start mostly sunny with a high near 73°F. However, conditions are expected to change after 1 a.m. Monday night, with a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms developing. The threat of wet weather and potential storms increases significantly on Tuesday.
The highest probability for disruptive weather arrives Tuesday, with a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1 p.m. Temperatures will climb to a warm 89°F, creating an unstable atmosphere. With likely thunderstorms on Tuesday night, residents should secure outdoor furniture and stay aware of changing conditions.
Wednesday brings more likely showers and thunderstorms with a high near 82°F. Looking ahead to the Juneteenth holiday on Thursday, the pattern of potential showers continues, mainly after 1 a.m., with a mostly sunny day and a high near 89°F.
Here is a look at the five-day forecast:
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 67°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 73°F. A 20% chance of storms after 1 a.m.
- Tuesday: A 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms. A high near 89°F.
- Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. A high near 82°F.
- Thursday (Juneteenth): Mostly sunny, with a high near 89°F. A chance of showers mainly after 1 a.m.
