Join Amy Freeze as she guides us through a dynamic week of weather in Chicago, from incoming storms to unexpected warmth. Get ready for a detailed breakdown of daily forecasts and expert tips.

This week in Chicago promises dynamic and changing weather conditions. Meteorologist Amy Freeze provides in-depth analysis from storm forecasts and sunny afternoons to drastic temperature drops. Understand the specifics of when and where the weather will turn, and how to best prepare for each day. From weather patterns across the Midwest to localized forecasts for Chicago, stay informed and ready with Amy’s expert insights. A line of showers and thunderstorms is progressing eastward across the Midwest, with heavy rainfall and potential thunderstorm activity centered over Chicago. Peoria is experiencing moderate rain, while lighter showers extend toward Indianapolis. Conditions around Des Moines are beginning to clear as the rain moves out of the area, but Kansas City remains dry for now. Springfield and St. Louis are also staying dry, enjoying relatively clear skies. Meanwhile, areas around Fort Wayne and Detroit should prepare for incoming precipitation as the system advances.
Chicago’s afternoon brings mostly cloudy skies, with temperatures lingering around 67 degrees at 3 PM, rising slightly to 68 degrees by 5 PM. Winds are coming from the southeast at 9 miles per hour, calming to 7 miles per hour later in the afternoon. As the day progresses, expect the cloud cover to break a bit, transitioning to partly cloudy skies by 7 PM, while temperatures hold steady at 68 degrees.
Today in the Midwest, we’re seeing some impressive afternoon highs. Chicago is hitting 71 degrees, while Fort Wayne warms up to 77. Heading south, Peoria reaches a pleasant 80 degrees, and Indianapolis is right there too at 81. Louisville stands out with a high of 83, making it one of the warmest spots in the region. Cities like Cleveland will experience a cooler day, topping out at just 69 degrees.
Tonight, the Midwest is facing a noticeable drop in temperatures as a cold front moves through the region. Chicago will cool down to a crisp 48 degrees, while Des Moines sees a low of 53. Indianapolis is expected to rest at 62 degrees, and Louisville will stay slightly warmer at 64. Notably, Fort Wayne will experience a low of 60, but watch out for colder overnight lows in northern areas like Saginaw, where temperatures are projected to dip to just 49 degrees.
High temperatures for tomorrow in the Midwest are trending above average due to a dominant warm front. Indianapolis and Peoria will see highs of 84 degrees, while St. Louis also reaches 84. Kansas City is set for a comfortable 77 degrees, with Springfield close behind at 76. Expect Chicago to lag behind at 63 degrees, still warming up from previous cooler days.
A cold front is set to push through the Midwest tomorrow afternoon, bringing showers and storms from Des Moines to Indianapolis. Expect heavier rainfall in areas like Peoria and Chicago. Wind gusts and downpours may lead to localized flooding, so stay alert for any warnings. The system will move eastward by evening, reaching Cleveland and Columbus by late Wednesday night. Temperatures will drop by about 5 to 10 degrees once the front passes, with clearer skies into Thursday.
The UV index in Chicago is 5 on Wednesday, with an expected burn time of 27 minutes if you’re spending time outdoors. Thursday brings a higher UV index of 7, so sun protection is essential, with burn times dropping to around 20 minutes.