This week in Chicago: Sun, showers, and storms! Catch all the weather highs and lows from sunny 88° afternoons to stormy nights at 66°. Stay prepared with our detailed daily forecast.

As Chicago basks under partly cloudy skies, the Midwest gears up for a rollercoaster weather week. From enjoying 82° afternoons to facing severe storms, our detailed forecast keeps you informed every step of the way. Cool nights, thunderstorms, and a UV index alert – we’ve got all your weather needs covered on our blog at https://amyfreeze.ai The Midwest is witnessing an active weather pattern today. Showers are intensifying across northern Missouri, with Springfield seeing steady rain. Clouds and precipitation are creeping into the area surrounding Cincinnati, with light rain developing to the south of Bowling Green. Northern parts of Indiana and into Detroit have scattered showers, while areas near Chicago remain dry, under clear conditions.
Temperatures in Chicago this afternoon hold steady in the low 80s, reaching up to 82 degrees by 6 PM with a southwest wind at 7 miles per hour. Skies remain mostly cloudy, lending a gray tone to your afternoon plans. As we move toward the evening, the wind shifts slightly to the south-southeast at 5 miles per hour, while temperatures gently settle around 80 degrees by 8 PM.
Today’s regional high temperatures in the Midwest show a warmup across the area. Indianapolis leads the pack with a high of 88 degrees, while Louisville pushes even higher, hitting 91 degrees. Chicago is enjoying a pleasant 82, whereas Kansas City is warm at 86 degrees. Springfield has a high of 79 degrees. Peoria and Fort Wayne are both comfortable at 80 and 85 degrees, respectively, rounding out a mostly warm forecast for the region.
Tonight, temperatures will drop to 67 degrees in Indianapolis and 64 degrees in Saginaw. Expect Kansas City to cool down to 71 degrees while Chicago remains slightly warmer at 70. In Cleveland, the low will settle at 72 degrees, providing a mild evening across the Midwest.
Tomorrow in the Midwest, Kansas City will sizzle with a high of 91 degrees, well above average for this time of year. St. Louis is forecasted to reach 87 degrees, while Peoria and Louisville will both enjoy a warm 88 degrees. Indianapolis and Fort Wayne will see slightly cooler highs of 84 and 87 degrees, respectively. In the northern tier, Chicago and Saginaw will also come in at a comfortable 87 degrees, making for a summery day across the region.
A cold front will push through the Midwest tomorrow, sparking a line of storms from St. Louis to Indianapolis. Expect severe thunderstorm risks in areas like Bowling Green and Louisville, with potential for heavy rain and gusty winds. Fort Wayne and Chicago will see showers, likely tapering off by the afternoon.
The UV index in Chicago will be moderate at 6 on Sunday, with a burn time of about 23 minutes under direct sunlight. As we move into Monday, expect a very high UV index of 9, and a burn time of just 15 minutes, making it crucial to have your sunscreen and hats at the ready.