Chicago, IL – Sunshine will dominate the skies Tuesday, but gusty winds could complicate travel across Chicago and northern Illinois. Commuters on I-55, I-90, and Lake Shore Drive should brace for crosswinds during morning and evening drives.
According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday’s high will reach near 77 degrees under sunny skies. Winds from the east could gust up to 15 mph, creating difficult driving conditions for high-profile vehicles, especially near the lakefront. Overnight lows will drop to the mid-60s, keeping nights mild but breezy.
The dry streak continues into Wednesday with a high near 78 degrees. Skies will remain clear overnight, offering ideal conditions for evening outdoor events. By Thursday, the pattern holds with sunshine and highs in the upper 70s before clouds increase Thursday night.
Friday stays mostly sunny with a high of 77, though the first sign of unsettled fall weather arrives late Saturday. Forecasters warn of scattered showers developing Saturday afternoon into Sunday, ending Chicago’s warm and dry run.
Residents should use this stretch of fair weather to prepare for cooler, wetter conditions ahead. Secure outdoor furniture, check gutters, and plan for possible delays if rain impacts weekend events. Drivers should continue to watch for strong gusts, particularly along exposed highways.
Clear skies and mild temperatures may dominate now, but September is bringing the first hints of fall’s unpredictability. Additional advisories could be issued by late week as rain chances grow.
Five Day Forecast for Chicago, IL
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 77. East winds gusting up to 15 mph. Low near 65.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 78. Clear overnight, low near 65.
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 79. Increasing clouds Thursday night, low 66.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 77. Nighttime low near 64.
- Saturday: Partly sunny with a chance of showers. High 73, low 63.
