Chicago’s Weather Forecast: A Rollercoaster of Temperatures and Storms!
By
Amy Freeze
Witness the weather's whims in Chicago: from partly cloudy mornings to stormy nights. Learn how this affects your week and how to stay prepared!
Chicago greets you tomorrow with partly cloudy skies and a cool 65°F, but hold onto your hats – storms are brewing! Dive into our full forecast.
Starting with a calm and cloudy morning in Chicago, the Midwest is set to experience a variety of weather phenomena including light flurries, stormy commutes, and pleasantly warm days. With a detailed look at temperature highs and storm forecasts, find out how to best prepare for the upcoming weather changes across the region.
The Midwest is bustling with activity as rain showers spread across central Illinois and parts of Indiana. Peoria and Indianapolis are in the path of steady rainfall, while Chicago is witnessing a mix of rain and snow, making travel a bit tricky. Showers are falling lightly across parts of northern Indiana and into southern Michigan, with Fort Wayne experiencing light flurries. Regions like Des Moines and St. Louis remain dry for now, under partly cloudy skies.
Tomorrow morning in Chicago begins with partly cloudy skies and calm winds at 9 AM, with temperatures at 65 degrees. By 11 AM, expect clearer skies as temperatures rise to 73 degrees with a light southeast breeze.
Tomorrow in the Midwest, Kansas City will sizzle with a high of 95 degrees, closely followed by Springfield at 95 and St. Louis reaching 93 degrees. Des Moines will experience warm temperatures too, peaking at 91 degrees. In the eastern part of the region, Indianapolis can expect a high of 86 degrees, while Chicago will see a more moderate 83.
A cold front will push through the Midwest on Friday evening, bringing a line of thunderstorms from Kansas City to Indianapolis. Expect heavy rain and gusty winds primarily in the afternoon, with a risk of localized flooding near St. Louis and Louisville. As the front exits, cooler, drier air will settle in, leading to clear skies and a drop in temperatures by Saturday. Be prepared for a potentially stormy commute in areas like Chicago and Detroit.
The UV index in Chicago is moderate today with a value of 5, which suggests a burn time of about 20 minutes. Tomorrow will mirror these conditions, so ensure you’re protecting your skin if spending time outdoors.
Friday: Warm and sunny with a high of 82 degrees and a low of 65 degrees.
Saturday: Partly sunny with a slight chance of showers, reaching 85 degrees. Overnight low is 68 degrees.
Sunday: Mostly sunny with temperatures climbing to 87 degrees during the day and cooling down to 68 degrees at night.
Monday: A bit more cloudy, with highs reaching 86 degrees, and a low of 68 degrees with a small chance of showers.
Tuesday: Continues warm with partly sunny skies, high of 86 degrees and a low of 67 degrees.
Wednesday: High of 85 degrees, partly cloudy with a low of 66 degrees.
Thursday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 85 degrees and a low of 66 degrees.