Catch the latest on Midwest weather, from tranquil evenings in Chicago to potential storms across Illinois and Indiana. Get all the details on temperatures, precipitation, and more from Amy Freeze.

Join Amy Freeze as she guides you through the dynamic weather patterns sweeping across the Midwest. From the calm nights in Chicago to the approaching storms in Indiana, here’s everything you need to know to prepare for the week ahead. With temperatures varying significantly across the region, understand how these changes can affect your daily activities and plans.
A band of heavy rain is moving through parts of Ohio, aligned with Fort Wayne and pushing towards Cleveland. In contrast, areas like Des Moines and Springfield remain under clear skies with no immediate precipitation. Indianapolis and Bowling Green are currently enjoying dry conditions as the showers track eastward. To the north, Detroit shows potential for scattered cloud cover as the rain edges closer. Regions such as Chicago, St. Louis, and Louisville are experiencing calm, clear conditions for now.
For this evening in Chicago, you can anticipate clear skies with temperatures gradually decreasing from 54 degrees at 9 PM to 49 degrees by 1 AM. Winds will be gentle, shifting from an east-southeast direction at 4 miles per hour to south-southwest by early morning.
Tonight in the Midwest, Indianapolis is slightly warmer at 51. Expect a low of 49 in Cleveland and 50 in Columbus, with Fort Wayne cooling down to 48. As we move toward the northern regions, Detroit is looking at 47 degrees, and Saginaw will see a chillier 43.
Tomorrow, the Midwest is set for above-average temperatures, with many cities basking in pleasant warmth. Des Moines will heat up to a notable 86 degrees, while Kansas City is expected to reach a comfortable 84. St. Louis follows closely at 78, and Indianapolis will get to 80 degrees. Peoria is also projected to hit a high of 85 degrees, contributing to a warm front sweeping through the region. Expect similar warmth in Louisville, where the temperature will settle around 76 degrees.
A cold front is pushing through the Midwest tomorrow, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms, particularly across Illinois and Indiana. Expect a temperature drop of around 10 degrees following the front’s passage. Kansas City to Bowling Green should prepare for heavy rainfall with potential localized flooding. Friday morning could see thunderstorms affecting morning commutes across areas from St. Louis to Fort Wayne.
In Chicago, the UV index will reach a high of 8 on Friday and Saturday, with a burn time of just 17 minutes—so be sure to slather on that sunscreen!
Friday: Enjoy a clear day with a high of 61 degrees, cooling to 47 at night. Saturday: Clear skies continue with temperatures reaching a comfortable 68 degrees and dipping to 46 overnight. Sunday: Mostly clear with a pleasant high of 69 degrees and a low of 53 degrees. Monday: Clouds roll in, with a daytime high of 76 degrees and overnight temperatures of 60. Tuesday: Fog develops late, allowing for a high of 73 degrees and a low of 59. Wednesday: Partly cloudy conditions dominate with a mild high of 76 degrees, dropping to 64 at night. Thursday: Partly cloudy skies remain with a warmer high of 84 degrees and a low of 64 degrees.