Catch the latest Chicago weather updates with Meteorologist Amy Freeze! From today’s sunny 65°F afternoon to storm warnings later this week, stay prepared with our in-depth forecast.

Welcome to your detailed Chicago weather forecast presented by Meteorologist Amy Freeze. This week, Chicago flaunts an array of weather conditions, from gentle sunny afternoons to potential stormy upheavals. Temperatures will favour the warm side, peaking at 85 degrees in some parts of the Midwest, while Chicago remains cooler. Tonight’s lows hover around 58 degrees, setting the stage for varying weather patterns throughout the week, including showers and possible thunderstorms. Stay tuned and ready with all the key insights and safety tips from your trusted meteorologist. A rain system is moving northward into the Midwest, with showers just approaching Springfield. Light rain showers are developing near Bowling Green and intensifying as they move towards the Louisville area. St. Louis remains dry for now, but clouds are beginning to thicken as a sign of the approaching system. Chicago and Detroit are currently seeing clear conditions, providing a brief respite from precipitation. Cities like Indianapolis and Fort Wayne are enjoying a clear start to the day with cloud cover expected to increase later on.
Chicago will enjoy sunny skies throughout the afternoon with temperatures holding steady at 65 degrees. A gentle northeast breeze will be present, ranging from 11 to 8 miles per hour by evening.
Today’s regional high temperatures in the Midwest are quite warm. Des Moines is reaching a high of 85 degrees, while Kansas City matches that warmth with 85 as well. St. Louis will see a warm day at 80 degrees, and Peoria isn’t far behind at 83. Indianapolis is looking at a high of 82, and further north in Chicago, it’s cooler at 68 degrees. Cleveland is expecting to be just 60 degrees.
Tonight Chicago will see a low of 58 degrees, while Indianapolis drops to 61. St. Louis will experience a cooler night at 57. Kansas City will hover around 61, but Springfield will feel the chill with a low of 57. Expect Fort Wayne to stay mild at 61 degrees.
Tomorrow, the Midwest can expect warm temperatures, significantly above average for this time of year. Des Moines will soar to a high of 87 degrees, while Kansas City anticipates a high of 85. Peoria is also looking at a warm day with temperatures reaching 84 degrees. Fort Wayne and Indianapolis will see highs of 79 and 74 degrees.
A warming trend takes hold in the Midwest, with temperatures climbing into the mid to upper 70s throughout the region. Expect widespread showers and thunderstorms, especially in southern Illinois and Indiana. Some storms may produce heavy rainfall, leading to localized flooding risks. A cold front approaches from the west, leading to a shift in wind patterns and bringing cooler temperatures by mid-week. Pay special attention to developing storm cells near the St. Louis area moving into the Ohio Valley.
The UV index in Chicago will be high on Sunday, reaching 8, with a burn time of approximately 17 minutes under direct sunlight—be sure to protect your skin if you’ll be outdoors! On Monday, the index slightly decreases to 7, and the expected burn time is about 20 minutes.