Champaign, Illinois – Thunderstorms and patchy fog will create slippery conditions along I-74 early Thursday as weather shifts begin to shape the weekend ahead.
According to the National Weather Service in Lincoln, scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are possible Thursday morning, especially in areas north of I-74 near Champaign. Although severe storms are not expected, reduced visibility and wet roads could slow the morning commute. Residents should allow extra travel time and avoid low-lying areas where water may pool.
Rain chances will taper off by midday Thursday, with skies remaining mostly cloudy and highs reaching 70°F. By Thursday night, clouds linger with lows in the mid-50s. Winds will shift northwest at 5 to 7 mph.
Friday kicks off a warmer pattern. Expect mostly sunny skies and a high of 76°F. Winds could gust up to 20 mph. Friday night stays calm and clear with a low near 58°F.
🌤️ Five-Day Summer Weather Outlook:
- Saturday: Sunny and hot with a high near 80°F.
- Saturday night: Mostly clear, low around 53°F.
- Sunday: Sunny again, high around 81°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, highs in the low 80s.
- Monday night: Clear skies with a low near 62°F.
