Residents in Chicago should prepare for a day of tumultuous weather—today's forecast predicts a high probability of severe thunderstorms, with temperatures expected to rise sharply into the mid-60s, prompting concerns about atmospheric instability. According to the National Weather Service, the city will experience "Showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 5pm," with new rainfall amounts between a half and three-quarters of an inch possible.
The early storms may feature heavy downpours and small hail with a chance of more intense storms later in the day, especially during late afternoon and early evening, wind speeds could reach up to 40 mph adding a gusty element to the thunderous tableau, meanwhile a Fox32 Chicago report notes there's a level three out of five risk for severe weather, with "all hazards in play." Nonetheless, computer models suggest severe weather could bypass the city to the southeast, but residents should be prepared for any eventuality.
Tonight's weather will ease up somewhat, though it will continue to be windy as temperatures dip into the lower 40s. The upcoming days forecast a partly sunny Thursday, with the potential for a few showers, particularly to the south of I-80, highs are projected to be in the upper 50s, according to the National Weather Service's projections.
For baseball fans, the weather for Friday's Cubs game is expected to be dry, albeit chilly, temperatures at Wrigley Field are likely to hover in the mid-40s, and inland areas might see temps above 50 degrees. The weekend forecast brings rain back into the mix on Saturday, but Sunday could provide a respite with drier conditions and temperatures once again close to the 50-degree mark, as per insights from Fox32 Chicago.
