Champaign, IL – Strong winds and scattered storms will continue across central Illinois today, with gusts reaching up to 50 mph. A Wind Advisory remains in effect until 7 p.m. Wednesday, impacting cities such as Champaign, Springfield, and Bloomington.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), southern winds between 20-30 mph will intensify, creating difficult travel conditions, especially for high-profile vehicles on highways like I-74 and I-57. Tree limbs could be knocked down, and isolated power outages are possible. Residents should secure outdoor furniture and exercise caution on the roads.
Wednesday Night & Thursday Forecast
After sunset, scattered showers will transition into a mix of rain and snow, with overnight lows dipping to 33°F. Little to no snow accumulation is expected, but wet roads could become slick. Thursday morning will remain breezy with lingering rain before clearing into a mostly sunny but cooler afternoon with a high near 46°F.
Five-Day Outlook for Central Illinois
• Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 60°F, breezy conditions persist.
• Saturday: Sunny, high of 54°F, overnight low of 35°F.
• Sunday: Rain likely in the afternoon, high of 56°F.
• Monday: Chance of rain, high near 54°F.
• Tuesday: Partly sunny, warming to near 52°F.
Residents should prepare for strong winds today and expect cooler, unsettled spring weather into the weekend.
