Chicago, Illinois – Monday night storms could disrupt travel across northern Illinois, especially west of the Ottawa-Waukegan line, as spring weather takes a volatile turn.
According to the National Weather Service, a cold front sweeping through early next week may trigger thunderstorms late Monday into Tuesday. A Level 2 of 5 Severe Thunderstorm Risk is in place for parts of northeast Illinois, with isolated strong storms possible. Areas near and west of the I-39 corridor—including DeKalb, La Salle, and Livingston counties—may experience gusty winds, lightning, and brief downpours.
Chicago and suburbs like Naperville, Schaumburg, and Joliet may see scattered showers starting late Monday night. While severe weather is less likely in the immediate metro, Monday evening commutes could still be impacted. Drivers should avoid flooded roads and secure outdoor items ahead of the weather shift.
Friday and Saturday will bring dry, breezy spring weather. Saturday is expected to be sunny with a high near 50°F and gusts up to 25 mph. Sunday continues the pleasant trend with highs near 63°F under mostly sunny skies.
Here’s your 5-day spring weather outlook for the Chicago area:
- Saturday: Sunny, breezy. High near 50°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 63°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 77°F.
- Monday Night: Showers and storms likely, especially west of I-39.
- Tuesday: Thunderstorms possible. High near 75°F.
- Wednesday: Cooler and drier, high near 54°F.
