Illinois is waking up to the steady patter of rain on rooftops and wet pavement across Champaign and Lincoln. Light rain and fog linger this morning, with temperatures sitting near 43 degrees and a damp northeast breeze in place.
Periods of showers continue through the day, and a few thunderstorms may develop this afternoon and evening. While the flooding risk remains low for now, repeated rounds of rain could lead to ponding on roads and rises on area creeks. If you travel along I-55 or I-57, expect slick stretches and reduced visibility at times.
Highs reach near 50 degrees today. Showers increase again tonight, with lows dipping to around 48. Areas of fog may redevelop toward daybreak.
Thursday stays active. Showers are likely, especially before noon, with highs near 60. Additional rainfall could total up to a quarter inch in spots. Thursday night brings another chance for showers and thunderstorms as lows settle near 51.
Friday turns breezy and much warmer. Highs surge to 75 degrees as showers and storms remain likely. A marginal severe risk exists south of I-70, with hail as the main threat. Another severe risk develops Friday night, especially west of I-57, where strong winds could become the primary concern.
Saturday cools slightly, with a 50 percent chance of showers and highs near 63. Sunday dries out and brightens, reaching the low 60s. Early next week trends warmer, with highs pushing into the 70s Monday and Tuesday. The 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures, signaling building spring warmth across central Illinois.
Clocks spring ahead at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8. Longer daylight and true March spring vibes are almost here.
Five Day Outlook for Champaign–Lincoln, Illinois:
Today: Showers, high 50.
Thursday: Showers likely, high 60.
Friday: Showers and storms, high 75.
Saturday: Chance of showers, high 63.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 62.
