Springfield, Illinois – A cool, breezy start to the day is keeping temperatures below normal across Central Illinois, with a few brief snow flurries possible this morning before a warming trend arrives early in the workweek.
According to the National Weather Service office in Central Illinois, highs today will remain in the lower to mid-30s, with northwest winds creating a chilly feel throughout the region. Any flurries this morning are expected to be light and short-lived, with no significant accumulation.
Conditions begin to improve Monday as temperatures climb into the 40s, followed by an even milder day Tuesday when highs push into the 50s. Cities including Springfield, Peoria, Bloomington-Normal, Decatur, and Champaign will all see a noticeable change from today’s cold start, making for improved travel and outdoor conditions.
By Wednesday, temperatures fall back closer to seasonal levels, and the next chance for precipitation arrives from Tuesday night into Wednesday. Rain is expected to be the primary type, though cooler air could linger at times, especially during the early morning hours.
Residents should dress in layers today and be prepared for gusty winds, then stay alert for changing conditions midweek as precipitation chances return. Additional updates may be issued as Wednesday approaches.
