Meteorologist Amy Freeze covers this week’s weather in Chicago—from pleasant sunny days to looming storm threats. Stay informed and prepared with our detailed analysis.

Welcome to Amy Freeze’s deep dive into Chicago’s weather. This week, Chicagoans will enjoy clear skies and pleasant temperatures, transitioning to potential severe storms. From daily forecasts to storm preparedness, we cover what you need to know to navigate the week confidently. Visit https://amyfreeze.ai/ for a detailed daily breakdown and tips on staying safe during severe conditions. A swath of rain is advancing northeast from Springfield towards St. Louis, bringing moderate precipitation to the area. Peoria and Chicago remain under clear skies. A system developing over Kansas City is expected to strengthen as it approaches the Midwest. Fort Wayne and Indianapolis enjoy tranquil weather, free from precipitation, while a similar clear pattern holds over Detroit and Cleveland. However, the Ohio Valley should stay alert for potential changes in weather as cloud cover increases.
Chicago’s afternoon brings sunny skies, with temperatures at 56 degrees around 4 PM. Expect a gentle east-northeast wind at 11 miles per hour, continuing as temperatures ease to 55 degrees by 6 PM under mostly sunny skies. By 8 PM, skies remain mostly clear with temperatures around 52 degrees.
Today in Kansas City tops the list with a warm 80 degrees, while Chicago is quite a bit cooler at just 59 degrees. St. Louis and Peoria are both settling in at 78 degrees, providing a comfortable afternoon. Indianapolis will reach a high of 75, while nearby Fort Wayne lingers at 68 degrees. Cities like Louisville and Bowling Green are also enjoying pleasant highs of 78 and 79 degrees, respectively. Temperatures in the northern tier remain much cooler, with places like Detroit and Cleveland only reaching the low 60s.
Tonight in the Midwest, Chicago will cool down to 50 degrees, while Indianapolis will drop to 53. A notable temperature dip is on the way for Fort Wayne with a low of just 46 degrees. In contrast, warmer spots include St. Louis at 61 and Kansas City at 60. Columbus should see a chilly low of 49 degrees.
Tomorrow, Kansas City is projected to hit 76 degrees, while St. Louis will be slightly warmer at 77. Further east, Indianapolis will reach a pleasant 72 degrees, and Bowling Green is expected to warm up to 79 degrees. In contrast, Chicago will remain cooler at 55 degrees, influenced by lingering cloud cover.
A powerful storm system is moving eastward, impacting the Midwest starting tomorrow morning. Kansas City and Springfield will experience strong thunderstorms, with potential heavy rain and gusty winds by midday. By late afternoon, the storms advance toward St. Louis and Chicago, bringing a risk of severe weather, including damaging winds and localized flooding. Peoria and Indianapolis should prepare for late evening showers as cooler air filters in behind the front. Temperatures are expected to drop by 10 degrees, transitioning to cooler, drier conditions into the early part of the week.
Today in Chicago, the UV index will be high at 7, with potential burn time in just 20 minutes under direct sunlight. On Monday, expect a moderate UV index of 5, with a slightly longer burn time of 27 minutes.