Check out the latest on Chicago’s weather as Meteorologist Amy Freeze brings you insightful forecasts for the week of May 26, 2025. Prepare for everything from sun to showers!

As residents of Chicago and the Midwest gear up for another week, Meteorologist Amy Freeze is here with all you need to know about the upcoming weather changes. This week, expect a mix of partly cloudy skies, potential heavy storms, and temperature fluctuations. Detailed forecasts for each day help you plan effectively, whether it’s for commuting, outdoor activities, or staying cozy indoors. Visit our full update at https://amyfreeze.ai/ for comprehensive daily insights.
Rain showers are moving from southwest Missouri into southern Illinois, impacting areas like Springfield. In the southeast, light rain is beginning to spread over Bowling Green, Kentucky. Kansas City is currently experiencing a mix of clear conditions with cloud cover moving from the southwest. The skies over Detroit and Cleveland remain mostly clear today. Chicago enjoys a dry morning with clouds starting to build from the west.
In Chicago this evening, temperatures will gradually decrease, starting at 56 degrees by 9 PM and settling at 54 degrees by 11 PM through 1 AM. Expect mostly cloudy skies from 9 PM, transitioning to overcast conditions as the night progresses. Winds will be gentle, shifting from north-northeast at 9 mph to northeast at 6 mph by early morning.
Tonight Chicago will see a low of 53 degrees, while Indianapolis is expected to hit 58. Further north in Fort Wayne, overnight temperatures will be around 54 degrees. In St. Louis, expect a low of 57, and Kansas City rounds it out at 54.
Tomorrow. Chicago will reach around 64 degrees, while Des Moines and Kansas City are expected to see highs of 63 degrees. Indianapolis is looking at a mild high of 63 degrees, with Louisville and St. Louis warming up to 68 and 72 degrees, respectively. Fort Wayne will enjoy temperatures nearing 70 degrees, and Bowling Green anticipates a high of 73 degrees.
A cold front is set to move through the Midwest tomorrow, bringing rain and possibly severe storms, especially in the afternoon and evening from Kansas City to Indianapolis. Temperatures will see a notable drop following the front, with highs decreasing by 5 to 10 degrees into Wednesday. Heavy downpours are likely in parts of Illinois and Ohio, raising concerns for localized flooding in low-lying areas. Wind gusts could accompany storms, particularly from St. Louis northeastward to Columbus.
The UV index in Chicago will be moderate on Monday with a value of 6, implying a burn time of approximately 23 minutes in direct sunlight. Heading into Tuesday, it decreases slightly to 4, with a burn time of about 35 minutes.
Monday: Cloudy with a high of 65 degrees and a low of 53. Tuesday: Rain expected with a high reaching 66 degrees, dipping to 55 at night. Wednesday: Partly cloudy skies, cooler with highs around 61 degrees and lows of 52. Thursday: The clouds linger, but temperatures rise to 71 degrees with lows near 56. Friday: A delightful day ahead, partly cloudy with warm highs of 80 degrees, cooling to 58 overnight. Saturday: Partly cloudy conditions continue, with temperatures peaking at 72 degrees and a low of 55. Sunday: Enjoy a clear day with highs at 75 degrees, retreating to 60 overnight.