dailyloe.com – Chicago’s weather will turn warmer this week with chances for showers and thunderstorms, according to the NBC 5 Storm Team. The first chance arrives Tuesday and could impact the evening commute. Severe weather is not expected on Tuesday, but some heavy rain could occur in isolated locations. The storms will slowly move to the southeast during the evening.
Temperatures will be warmer on Tuesday than in previous days. Southerly breezes will push readings into the mid-to-upper 70s. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop in the afternoon. They will especially develop in eastern parts of the Chicago area.
These storms will slowly move south into the city and southern suburbs. This movement coincides with the start of the afternoon commute. Forecast models indicate the storms could still be an issue during that time. The storms will slowly move off to the southeast as evening arrives.
Wednesday and Thursday will be much nicer days across the region. Temperatures will remain on the warm side for both days. Wednesday will see highs in the mid-to-upper 70s. Thursday will be even warmer with highs in the upper-70s to low-80s.
The next chance of precipitation is expected to arrive on Friday. This round of showers and thunderstorms could be more impactful. A cold front will drive toward the region, according to forecast models. It will impact the city and suburbs Friday morning and afternoon.
After the cold front moves through, temperatures will cool off on Saturday. Highs on Saturday are expected to be in the mid-to-upper 60s. Another chance of rain could arrive Sunday and into Monday. Temperatures will continue in the mid-to-upper 60s during that period.
The NBC 5 Storm Team provides the latest news and information. Residents are advised to stay tuned for updates. The team also recommends downloading the NBC Chicago app. The app provides real-time weather alerts delivered to phones.
