Chicago, Illinois – A stretch of mostly dry and mild February weather will continue across northern Illinois through much of the week, though breezy conditions today and a late-week snow chance may briefly affect travel.
According to the National Weather Service in Chicago, temperatures today will range from the lower 40s to low 50s, with breezy northwest winds developing this afternoon as a cold front moves through the region. Wind speeds may increase along major corridors such as Interstate 90, Interstate 88, and Interstate 80, making conditions feel cooler despite mild temperatures.
Wednesday is expected to remain dry, with highs in the mid-30s to mid-40s under mostly cloudy skies. Overnight lows will dip into the low to upper 20s, particularly outside the Chicago metro area.
Attention then turns to Thursday afternoon and Thursday night, when there is a chance for precipitation, mainly in the form of snow. Forecasters note the highest chances will be west of the Fox Valley, impacting areas closer to Interstate 39. At this time, snowfall amounts are expected to remain light, with limited impacts anticipated.
High temperatures Thursday will range from the mid-30s to low 40s, which may limit accumulation, especially on treated roadways. However, brief slick spots could develop during evening hours if snow coincides with falling temperatures.
Conditions improve again on Friday, with dry weather returning and highs warming into the low to upper 40s. Saturday continues the mild trend, with temperatures expected to reach the 40s, and overnight lows moderating into the low 30s.
Roadways including I-90, I-94, I-80, and I-88 are expected to remain mostly clear through the week, though drivers should stay alert for changing conditions Thursday night in northwest Illinois.
The National Weather Service advises residents to monitor forecast updates as the late-week system approaches, but overall, significant winter weather disruptions are not expected.
