Chicago, IL – Breezy conditions and patchy lake effect drizzle marked Friday across Northwest Indiana and parts of Illinois, but the weather is expected to turn warmer heading into the weekend. Residents can enjoy highs reaching the mid-50s on Sunday before a cold front sweeps through early next week, bringing rain and significantly cooler temperatures ahead of Thanksgiving.
According to the National Weather Service, Friday’s steady temperatures in the low-40s will give way to mostly sunny skies and highs near 46 degrees on Saturday. By Sunday, highs could peak at 52 degrees, making it the warmest day of the week. Travelers and holiday planners should prepare for potential rain on Monday and sharply colder air by Tuesday.
Lake effect showers are expected to taper off by Friday afternoon, primarily impacting areas along I-80 and Porter County in Northwest Indiana. Winds from the northwest could gust up to 30 mph, making driving conditions breezy but manageable through Friday night.
Heading into the Thanksgiving holiday, forecasters anticipate a strong cold front to arrive Monday evening. Rain chances will range from 20% Sunday night to 40% by Monday afternoon. Highs will drop into the upper 30s Tuesday, with lows plummeting into the 20s overnight, making the holiday week feel significantly chillier.
Drivers should stay updated on changing road conditions, particularly along major routes like I-90 and I-94, where gusty winds and wet roads could impact holiday travel.
Plan ahead for colder Thanksgiving Day weather with highs only in the low 40s and a 30% chance of rain by Wednesday evening.
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