Springfield, Ill. – Storms are set to develop across Central Illinois late tonight, ushering in several days of unsettled weather that could linger through midweek. Areas near and west of the Illinois River may see the first round of rain after midnight, with localized downpours possible.
According to the National Weather Service in Lincoln, a slow-moving cold front will stall over the region, keeping daily storm chances in play through Wednesday. Not every location will experience rainfall each day, but those that do could face heavy, localized totals.
Sunday’s storms are most likely west of Interstate 57, while Monday’s activity shifts north of Interstate 70. By Tuesday, the front will push scattered thunderstorms across much of the area, followed by lingering chances Wednesday and Thursday. Highs will hover in the upper 80s to near 90, with cooler readings in the 60s to low 70s at night.
Motorists should be alert for ponding on roads and reduced visibility during downpours. Residents are urged to monitor local alerts in case of flash flood warnings, especially in low-lying areas.
Storm chances are expected to diminish late Thursday as the cold front finally exits the region.
