The Midwest braces for a mix of harsh weather conditions with downpours and storms prevalent across the region. From cooling temperatures to storm forecasts, keep up with the daily changes right here.

This week, the Midwest is facing a barrage of weather extremes. Today’s forecast includes severe storms stretching from St. Louis to Saginaw. As we look towards the weekend, temperatures are set to soar, with Chicago hitting mid-90s. Our full blog dives into each day’s specific weather nuances, preparing you for whatever the sky has in store. Explore detailed forecasts, safety tips, and more about the upcoming weather trends at https://amyfreeze.ai/
A strong line of storms is currently moving through the Midwest, particularly impacting areas from Kansas City to St. Louis with intense rainfall and severe weather potential. Showers are persistent near Fort Wayne with moderate to heavy rain expected, as clouds extend towards Indianapolis. Light rain and clouds are scattered through Chicago and Peoria, while the eastern parts of this region, including Cleveland and Charleston, encounter occasional showers. Springfield and Bowling Green are experiencing a break in severe weather, maintaining calm conditions amid patches of light rain.
In Chicago this evening, temperatures will hold steady at 67 degrees around 9pm, with a north-northwest wind at 9 mph. Expect a few showers at 11pm, continuing at 67 degrees, as the wind calms slightly to 8 mph. By 1am, temperatures will dip slightly to 66 degrees while skies remain mostly cloudy with a north-northwest wind at 7 mph.
Tonight, Des Moines will see a low of 70 degrees. Kansas City is expected to cool down to a warm 74 degrees, while St. Louis should rest at 68. Further east, Indianapolis will drop to 65, and Louisville will see a low of 66. Chicago will experience a moderate temperature of 67 degrees overnight.
Tomorrow, the Midwest is heating up, with Kansas City expecting a high of 91 degrees, significantly above the average for this time of year. St. Louis will also feel the warmth, reaching 88 degrees, while Peoria isn’t far behind at 86. Chicago will see a comfortable 84 degrees, and Indianapolis will warm to 82.
For the Midwest tomorrow, expect a strong line of storms moving through from St. Louis to Saginaw around midday. This system will bring heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and the possibility of localized flooding, especially in low-lying areas. Temperatures will drop slightly after the storm’s passage, leading to cooler conditions for Thursday. Keep an eye on the weather from Indianapolis to Cleveland, where thunderstorms could be intense during the late afternoon.
The UV index in Chicago on Wednesday is moderate with a value of 4, offering a burn time of 35 minutes in direct sunlight. On Thursday, the index will be high at 8, reducing the burn time to about 17 minutes.
For the 7 Day Outlook in Chicago: Wednesday: Showers early with a high of 81 degrees and a low of 63 degrees. Thursday: Mostly clear with temperatures climbing to 84 degrees and a low of 67 degrees. Friday: Enjoy mostly clear skies, the high hits 87 degrees and the low is 74. Saturday: The sun shines brightly with a high reaching 95 degrees and a low of 77. Sunday: Clear skies continue with the high staying at 96 degrees and a warm night with a low of 77. Monday: Another clear day, high of 96 degrees and a low of 76. Tuesday: Isolated thunderstorms expected, cooling slightly to a high of 88 degrees and a low of 67.