Chicagoans are preparing for a cold snap that will bring bone-chilling temperatures and potential snowfall, as forecasted for the coming week. According to the National Weather Service, today presents sunny skies with a high near 22 degrees, although gusty winds from the west-northwest could make it feel as low as -2 degrees.
As the night descends, the forecast suggests mostly cloudy conditions with temperatures dropping to around 14 degrees, and although the wind is expected to settle a bit, it could still produce gusts as high as 15 mph, and then looking ahead to Sunday clouds are expected to dominate the sky, with temperatures peaking near 25 degrees winds are set to maintain their bluster, gusting up to 15 mph.
WGN TV reports a different facet of the frigid forecast, indicating that "feels like" temperatures could dip below zero Saturday morning, and though some warmth may return on Sunday, conditions remain harsh as the frigid air is projected to linger through mid-January. While the city could avoid the brunt of a substantial winter storm targeting regions to the south, the chance of snow increases Sunday night due to potential lake-effect influence.
As the new week begins, Chicago will see a 40 percent chance of snow on both Sunday night and Monday, with temperatures hovering around 30 degrees during the daytime and falling to nearly 19 degrees by Monday night, residents and commuters should be aware of possibly slick conditions, especially during rush hour, when increased traffic can lead to slower-clearing roads and reduced visibility.
For those longing for a break from the overcast, the forecast offers some respite with partly sunny skies and a high near 26 degrees on Tuesday, though nighttime temperatures will once again dip, reaching around 14 degrees. Midweek predictions from the National Weather Service anticipate mostly sunny conditions and a high near 21 degrees for Wednesday, followed by a marginally warmer Thursday with highs near 24 degrees and partial cloudiness come evening.
For the most up-to-date weather details, visit the National Weather Service at forecast.weather.gov or stay tuned to local updates from WGN TV at wgntv.com/weather for the latest on the cold front's movement and its potential impact on the Chicago area.
