As a frontal system approaches, Midwest cities including Chicago face severe weather threats. Amy Freeze details what to expect from temperatures to storm risks.

As a frontal system approaches, Midwest cities including Chicago face severe weather threats. Amy Freeze details what to expect from temperatures to storm risks. Severe weather is expected in the Midwest. Be on alert. On the regional radar, we see a cluster of rain showers developing near Des Moines, moving eastward toward Chicago. Clouds are beginning to gather around Indianapolis in a pattern that may lead to light precipitation. Isolated rain patches are also present near St. Louis and Bowling Green.The Storm Prediction Center has these areas in a risk for severe thunderstorms. Across the Great Lakes, cities like Detroit and Cleveland are experiencing mostly clear conditions for now. Fort Wayne and Columbus are seeing some isolated cloud cover but no significant precipitation at this time.
This afternoon in Chicago, anticipate temperatures rising to 78 degrees by 5 PM with sunny skies and south winds gusting at 20 miles per hour. The skies will clear up more by 7 PM, maintaining a warm feel at 78 degrees and slightly calming winds from the south at 19 miles per hour.
For today, we’re seeing warm temperatures across the Midwest. Chicago will enjoy a high of 80 degrees, while further south, Peoria is heating up to 85 degrees. Indianapolis is looking at a pleasant 83-degree day, and Louisville follows closely with a high of 86. In Springfield, temperatures are soaring to 87 degrees. Kansas City will reach 80 degrees, and Bowling Green tops the charts for the day at 89. Expect a mix of sunshine and clouds as these warm temperatures dominate the region.
Chicago will see a chilly low of 44 degrees, while further north in Saginaw, it’s a much colder 35 degrees. Fort Wayne is forecasted to drop to 43 degrees, and Indianapolis will experience a low of 52. In contrast, Kansas City will have a milder night at 58 degrees, but temperatures are expected to trend downward as the week progresses.
High temperatures tomorrow in the Midwest are trending above average as warm air moves into the region. Chicago will reach a comfortable 72 degrees, while Peoria hits 71. Farther south, Louisville can expect a high of 81 degrees, and Bowling Green will be notably warm at 87 degrees. Indianapolis is forecasted to see a high of 80, paired with sunny skies. Kansas City will experience cooler conditions with a high of 66 degrees, potentially influenced by a passing cold front.
A strong frontal system will sweep through the Midwest, bringing severe weather risks starting late tonight near Kansas City and Des Moines. Expect thunderstorms with potential damaging winds and heavy rain, likely extending into the Chicago area by midday tomorrow. Be prepared for localized flooding with rain accumulations possibly exceeding an inch. Behind the front, temperatures will drop, with cooler conditions settling in, particularly in St. Louis and Indianapolis.
On Monday, Chicago will experience a high UV index of 7, indicating strong sun exposure with a burn time of about 20 minutes. Be sure to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing if you’re out and about. On Tuesday, the UV index will be moderate at 5, with a burn time of 27 minutes.