Chicagoans should prepare for a varied weather pattern in the coming days according to multiple reports. The National Weather Service forecasts a mix of sunny skies and potential thunderstorms through Thursday, May 16. As for today, expect mostly sunny conditions with a high near 64 degrees, with winds shifting from north to southwest in the afternoon.

But by tonight, changes roll in. There's a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, though the skies will gradually clear with a low around 52 degrees. The southwest winds could reach gusts as high as 20 mph. According to a Hazardous Weather Outlook issued by the National Weather Service Chicago/Romeoville IL, the main threat tonight is "Limited Thunderstorm Risk," accompanied by gusty winds.

Saturday should see mostly sunny skies again with a high near 65, and winds turning from west to north—possible gusts might reach 25 mph. The forecasted weather for Sunday is even warmer, sunny with a high nearing 77 degrees, as mentioned by NWS Chicago's post, hinting at dry conditions until more showers and possible storms Sunday night through Tuesday.

Looking ahead, the start of the new week will bring back a chance of showers and thunderstorms, with Monday showing a 50 percent possibility mainly after 1 p.m. With the outlooks towards evening, showers are likely before 1 a.m., and mostly cloudy with a low around 51. "Sunday and Monday, and again on Thursday... Limited Thunderstorm Risk," states the Hazardous Weather Outlook, suggesting that residents along the Illinois and Indiana nearshore waters of Lake Michigan should also stay alert.

Chicago's weather remains an unpredictable dance of elements, flipping from calm to stormy, with the National Weather Service advising vigilance. For complete details, check out the respective weather updates and stay prepared for swift changes in weather conditions throughout the week.