CHICAGO – Streetlights glimmer over damp pavement this morning as a quiet chill lingers across the city. But don’t get used to it — Chicago’s weather is about to swing again. A surge of late-fall warmth will push into northern Illinois by Friday before cooler winds sweep across Lake Michigan late in the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Chicago, Friday will bring sunny skies and highs near 61 degrees — well above seasonal averages. A light south wind around 10 mph will keep conditions comfortable for commuters and early holiday travelers along I-90 and I-55. Friday night stays mild, with lows near 52 under partly cloudy skies.
Saturday’s warmth continues with highs around 66 degrees, but clouds will build by afternoon. A weak front may bring a brief sprinkle late in the day, though most areas will stay dry. The bigger change comes Sunday as brisk northwest winds pull temperatures back into the upper 40s, signaling the return of November chill.
For now, the city will enjoy one of its last mild weekends before winter’s true grip arrives. Residents planning outdoor projects or early decorating should take advantage of the dry stretch through Saturday. By next week, models hint at another dip near freezing — a timely reminder that Thanksgiving travel season and early winter patterns are fast approaching.
Five-Day Forecast for Chicago, IL:
Fri: 61/52 – Sunny; mild, light south wind.
Sat: 66/39 – Mostly cloudy; slight chance of rain.
Sun: 49/35 – Sunny; breezy northwest winds.
Mon: 48/40 – Partly cloudy; cooler trend continues.
Tue: 47/38 – Mostly sunny; seasonable chill returns.
