Chicago welcomes the day with cloudy skies, transitions into potential storms, and promises sunny days ahead. Stay prepared with our comprehensive guide on what to expect and how to stay safe.

Chicago Tomorrow Morning News – 09/24/2025: Chicagoans will start the day under partly cloudy skies with a cool breeze, setting a calm yet anticipatory tone as we brace for a line of storms forecasted to sweep across the Midwest. We dissect the temperature trends, storm warnings, and provide essential weather safety tips. With detailed analysis and forecast updates, this blog will help you plan your week smartly and safely amid fluctuating weather patterns.
On the Regional Radar, a significant band of rain is sweeping the Midwest, stretching from St. Louis through Indianapolis to Cleveland, bringing steady showers to these areas. Louisville and Bowling Green are experiencing heavier downpours, so umbrellas are a must! Over in Fort Wayne, light rain showers are blanketing the area, propagating eastward. From Chicago to Des Moines, skies remain clear, signaling a dry spell in these locales.
Chicago tomorrow morning begins with partly cloudy skies and mild temperatures. Starting at 8 AM, expect a pleasant 63 degrees, warming to 67 degrees by 10 AM. Winds will be coming from the north-northwest at 9 miles per hour early, shifting to a steady 10 miles per hour from the north by mid-morning. Overall, it’s a calm and slightly brisk morning, great for a morning walk.
Tomorrow in the Midwest, Kansas City leads the way with a warm high of 81 degrees. St. Louis and Peoria both reach 78 and 79 degrees respectively, while Springfield is right behind at 78. Chicago will be cooler at 72, but still pleasant for this time of year. Indianapolis and Fort Wayne will see highs of 74, while Columbus expects a comfortable 75 degrees.
An active weather system is expected in the Midwest tomorrow. Thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are moving through cities such as St. Louis and Springfield, spreading to Chicago and Indianapolis. Expect localized flooding from heavy downpours. Severe weather risk is low, but stay cautious as gusty winds accompany the storms. By Friday, the system moves east, ushering in cooler, drier conditions across the region.
The UV index in Chicago is moderate today, reaching a 4 with a burn time of about 35 minutes if you’re in direct sunlight. Tomorrow, expect a slight dip to 3, and the overcast sky from a storm system will help block some of those harmful rays.
For the 7 day outlook in Chicago: Thursday: Look forward to mostly sunny skies with a high of 72 degrees and a low of 57 degrees. Friday: Warmer with plenty of sunshine, reaching a high of 81 degrees, dropping to a pleasant low of 60 degrees. Saturday: Enjoy a continued warm spell, with sunny conditions and temperatures hitting 82 degrees for a high and 61 degrees for a low. Sunday: Mostly sunny again, perfect for outdoor plans, with a high of 81 degrees and a low of 61 degrees. Monday: Sunshine prevails with highs around 81 degrees and lows of 62 degrees. Just a 5 percent chance for rain to keep in mind. Tuesday: Slightly cooler with partly cloudy conditions, expect highs of 78 degrees and lows of 62 degrees. Wednesday: Enjoy a mix of sun and clouds with a high of 77 degrees and a low of 59 degrees.