Join Amy Freeze as she breaks down the weather forecast for Chicago and the Midwest. From sunny mornings to cloudy horizons, get prepped for your day ahead!

Detailed forecast from Amy Freeze reveals what Chicagoans can expect in terms of weather. From clearing skies and perfect morning temperatures to a quick overview of Midwest weather patterns, this guide has you covered. Learn more about temperature variations, upcoming cold fronts, and UV safety tips for an informed start to your day.
Rain is advancing rapidly towards Cleveland from the west, bringing showers to the city and nearby areas. The precipitation line is stretching from northern Ohio down through the edges of Fort Wayne. Meanwhile, Detroit and Chicago are experiencing overcast skies but remain dry for now. Clear skies prevail over Des Moines, with St. Louis also enjoying a break from any significant weather events. As the system progresses, Indianapolis might see an increase in cloud cover, but rain isn’t expected immediately.
Tomorrow morning in Chicago, enjoy a sunny start with temperatures at 43 degrees at 8 a.m. Expect a gradual warm-up to 48 degrees by 10 a.m. and reaching 53 degrees by noon. Winds will be coming from the northeast, ranging between 6 to 9 miles per hour, bringing just a touch of a breeze.
High temperatures for tomorrow in the Midwest are set to be above average, with many areas experiencing summer-like warmth. Des Moines leads the way with a high of 86 degrees, while Kansas City follows closely at 84. Peoria is expected to reach 85 degrees, and St. Louis will see a high of 78. Indianapolis is also in the warmth, hitting 80 degrees, while Chicago settles at a cooler 68 degrees.
A frontal boundary is set to sweep through the Midwest tomorrow, bringing a shift to cooler temperatures and sporadic showers, particularly from Des Moines to Chicago. Expect thunderstorms across Indiana and Ohio by early afternoon. While widespread severe weather is unlikely, isolated areas may experience gusty winds and brief heavy rain. The system moves eastward by evening, clearing away to leave dry and cooler conditions for the weekend. Temperatures will drop around 10 degrees post-front, providing a refreshing break from warm conditions.
The UV index in Chicago will be very high both Friday and Saturday, with an index of 8. In direct sunlight, expect a burn time of about 17 minutes, so make sure you’re taking sun safety seriously.
Friday: Clear skies with a high of 61 degrees and a low of 47. Saturday: Another clear day, warming up to 69 degrees, and cooling to 46 at night. Sunday: Mostly clear, keeping a high of 69 degrees and dipping to 54 overnight. Monday: Clouds roll in with a high of 76 degrees and a low of 60. Tuesday: Fog developing late, reaching 73 degrees for the high and 59 for the low. Wednesday: Partly cloudy conditions with a high near 76 degrees and a low of 64. Thursday: More clouds, reaching a warm 84 degrees during the day, with a low of 64.