As Chicagoans bundled up for the last Saturday of 2024, the city's weather pattern brought mild temperatures and a respite from the recent downpour. Following a rainy week in the Windy City, residents saw highs cresting near the 50-degree mark, according to CBS News Chicago. Overcast skies prevailed, setting a somber yet comfortable tone for those stepping out.
The forecast indicated a change was on the horizon, with rain expected to return late in the night. Into Sunday, with gusts of wind and bouts of more persistent rain, Chicago's weather system showed its dynamism, as reported by the National Weather Service. Looking east of I-55, the likelihood of showers increased, with accumulations predicted around half an inch to an inch.
With the year's end fast approaching, the city's dwellers can expect the colder grip of winter to tighten. Rain and possibly snow are anticipated as 2024 draws to a close, complicating New Year's Eve plans and affirming the seasonal shift. The National Weather Service has forecast a chance of rain and snow before midnight Tuesday, giving way to a notably chillier New Year's Day, with highs around the freezing point.
Tightening its wintry hold, Chicago is bracing for a drop in temperatures as the last page of December turns. CBS News Chicago suggests locals keep their winter gear ready, with a forecasted high of 32 degrees on New Year's Day, and even colder nights to follow. The subsequent days into the new year are to maintain the trend, with mostly sunny skies but chilling highs hovering in the mid-20s.
