Chicago, IL – Drivers and commuters across Illinois will enjoy smooth travel on Wednesday as dry, sunny skies return statewide. Warm conditions make for safe roads, but showers are expected by the weekend, raising concerns for travel along I-90 and Lakeshore Drive.
According to the National Weather Service, Chicago will see a high near 77 degrees Wednesday under clear skies. Winds remain light, shifting north-northeast at 5 mph in the evening. Conditions stay calm through Friday, but the pattern breaks down late Friday night into Saturday with rain chances increasing.
Statewide, Wednesday offers one of the most stable weather days this week. Sunny skies stretch across northern Illinois, while southern counties also see highs in the upper 70s. By Saturday, showers could reduce visibility and slow traffic across major routes into Chicago. Those with outdoor plans or travel scheduled should prepare for wet roads, especially through Saturday night and into Sunday.
Chicago’s Midway and O’Hare areas are expected to stay dry through Friday, giving air travelers a low risk of delays. However, weekend flights could face minor disruptions as showers develop. Residents are urged to charge devices and plan alternate routes ahead of potential delays.
Conditions rebound early next week, with temperatures warming near 80 by Monday under partly sunny skies. Another round of showers could follow midweek, keeping the pattern unsettled as fall officially nears.
Five Day Forecast for Chicago, IL:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 77. Low 65.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 78. Low 66.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 77. Low 66.
- Saturday: Chance of showers, high 75. Low 65.
- Sunday: Chance of showers, high 77. Low 67.
