Get ready for a weather whirlwind! Tomorrow starts with partly cloudy skies and 70°F, climbing to 86°F. Expect potential showers as we cover the shifting conditions across the Midwest.

Tomorrow in Chicago begins with partly cloudy skies and a gentle breeze. As the day progresses, temperatures will rise, reaching up to 86 degrees. However, a cold front moving through will introduce rain showers in various parts of the Midwest, affecting the weather pattern significantly. Make sure to stay prepared with our tips on handling this unpredictable weather and understanding the implications of the UV index during your daily activities. For a detailed 7-day forecast, follow our blog.
Rain showers are sweeping through the Midwest, with significant bands currently forming from Indianapolis to Fort Wayne. Thunderstorms are moving towards Cleveland and Detroit with Columbus also experiencing rainfall as showers advance northeast. Saginaw and Louisville are under cloud cover with chances of rain showers developing as the system moves east. Places like Des Moines and Kansas City remain dry, enjoying calm weather conditions.
Tomorrow morning in Chicago starts off partly cloudy with temperatures at 70 degrees by 8 AM. Winds from the southwest at 7 miles per hour will bring a slight warm-up. By 10 AM, expect temperatures to climb to 76 degrees with those partly cloudy skies sticking around. As we head towards noon, it becomes cloudier with temperatures reaching 80 degrees and a gentle southwest wind at 12 miles per hour.
Tomorrow, Kansas City will reach a sizzling 95 degrees, marking a significant warm-up for the region. St. Louis is also in for a hot day with a high of 92 degrees. Peoria and Indianapolis can expect similar temperatures at 88 and 86 degrees, respectively, highlighting a trend of above-average warmth across the Midwest. Louisville and Bowling Green will see highs of 89 degrees, contributing to the overall heat wave affecting much of the area. Chicago is looking at a warm 86 degrees, ensuring that residents feel the summer heat.
A cold front is moving through the Midwest, bringing rain showers to regions including Peoria, Fort Wayne, and Indianapolis throughout the day. Expect temperatures to drop slightly with this frontal passage. Areas like Detroit and Cleveland might experience light rain by the late afternoon with clearing skies by tomorrow evening. It’s important to stay alert for potential gusty winds as the front passes. After the front, temperatures in Springfield and St. Louis rise gradually, promising a warmer weekend.
Today in Chicago, the UV index is high at 9, suggesting a burn time of just 15 minutes if you’re outside in direct sun. As a storm system rolls in, clouds and rain will provide some relief from the intense sun. Tomorrow, expect the UV index to be lower at 6, with partial sunshine allowing for a 23-minute burn time.
For the 7-day forecast in Chicago: Thursday: Enjoy mostly clear skies with a high of 84 degrees and a low near 67 degrees. Friday: Another mostly clear day with temperatures warming to 87 degrees, cooling to 75 degrees at night. Saturday: A sunny day ahead with the temperature peaking at 96 degrees and a low of 78 degrees. Sunday: Clear and warm conditions continue with a high of 96 degrees and a low around 78 degrees. Monday: Mostly clear skies with a daytime high of 97 degrees, dipping to 78 degrees at night. Tuesday: Expect partly cloudy skies as temperatures reach 90 degrees, with a low of 70 degrees. Wednesday: Thunderstorms are predicted early, keeping the high around 86 degrees with a low of 70 degrees.