Chicago Weekend Weather Outlook: Showers, Storms, and Gusty Winds

Scattered Showers and Storms:: Expect on-and-off showers throughout the weekend, with a chance of thunderstorms, particularly on Saturday.

Gusty Winds:: Strong winds are anticipated, especially on Sunday, with gusts reaching up to 40 mph.

Temperature Fluctuations:: Temperatures will range from the mid-70s on Saturday to the upper 50s by Sunday.

Regional Variations:: The Kankakee area and Valparaiso, Indiana, are likely to experience the highest rainfall totals.

Thursday:: Mostly cloudy with a high near 70°F (21°C).

Thursday Night:: Partly cloudy with a low around 55°F (13°C).

Friday:: Partly sunny, with a high near 75°F (24°C) and gusts up to 25 mph.

Friday Night:: A 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 AM. Low around 62°F (17°C).

Saturday:: Showers and possible thunderstorms. High near 72°F (22°C). Precipitation chance is 80%.

Saturday Night:: Showers and possible thunderstorms. Low around 48°F (9°C). Precipitation chance is 80%.

Sunday:: A 50% chance of showers before 1 PM. Partly sunny, with a high near 58°F (14°C) and breezy conditions.

Sunday Night:: Mostly clear, with a low around 42°F (6°C).

Keep an umbrella handy throughout the weekend.

Secure any loose outdoor items due to the expected gusty winds.

Stay updated on local weather alerts, especially if you are in central Illinois or central Indiana where severe weather is more likely.

A:: There is a moderate risk of severe weather, particularly in central Illinois and central Indiana, with the possibility of tornadoes.

A:: Rain is expected to taper off by early afternoon on Sunday.

Monitor weather alerts for potential severe storms.

Prepare for cooler temperatures by Sunday.

Plan outdoor activities with the understanding that rain is likely.