Champaign, IL – After early Friday morning thunderstorms move out of the area, Central Illinois residents can expect a cool and dry weekend. The National Weather Service (NWS) reports that storms will affect areas north of I-72, including Danville, through 5 a.m. Rainfall is expected to remain light, under a quarter of an inch. Once the storm front clears, skies will gradually become sunny, with Friday’s high reaching 77 degrees by mid-afternoon.
Friday night will bring cooler conditions, with temperatures dropping into the low 50s across the region. Saturday will kick off the weekend with clear skies and highs ranging between 66-72 degrees, creating ideal conditions for outdoor activities. Cooler morning lows in the 40s are expected, so residents should dress accordingly for early morning outings.
Sunday will bring a slight warm-up, with sunny skies and highs between 71-77 degrees, making it another pleasant day for outdoor plans. As we head into next week, temperatures will climb again, reaching the mid-80s by mid-week.
Residents should stay updated on any lingering storm impacts Friday morning but can look forward to a mild, sunny weekend ahead.
