Chicago, IL – The warm stretch continues as Chicago enjoys another round of sunshine and above-normal temperatures in the 80s before rain chances arrive this weekend.
Tuesday Recap
Chicago recorded another beautiful day on Tuesday, with highs climbing into the low to mid-80s near Lake Michigan and northwest Indiana. Inland areas of northeast Illinois warmed further, reaching the mid to upper 80s under sunny skies.
Tonight’s Forecast
Skies will remain mostly clear and pleasant overnight. Lows are expected to dip into the mid to upper 50s for most of the region, while Chicago itself will stay slightly warmer, with lows in the lower 60s.
Wednesday Outlook
Wednesday will mirror Tuesday’s conditions, delivering another warm and sunny day.
- Highs will range from the lower 80s along the lakefront to the upper 80s inland.
- Skies will stay mostly sunny, keeping summerlike weather firmly in place.
Changes on Thursday and Friday
The pattern begins to shift later in the week. On Thursday, sunshine will give way to partly cloudy skies, with highs in the mid-80s. By Friday, more clouds will roll in, bringing partly sunny conditions.
As per Fox Chicago, the temperatures will hold near the lower 80s, with only a slight chance for an isolated shower. However, most of Chicagoland is expected to stay dry.
Weekend Weather
The weekend brings an increased chance of unsettled weather. Saturday should feature partly sunny to mostly cloudy skies, with just spotty rain chances and highs near 80°F. On Sunday, the chance for showers and a few storms improves, though temperatures will remain close to 80°F.
Looking Ahead
For those wondering when fall weather will arrive, it’s still not in sight. Forecasts show above-normal temperatures continuing into next week, with daily highs in the 80s expected through the early part of the week.
Do you love hanging on to this late-summer warmth, or are you eager for crisp fall days? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!
