Residents in Chicago can expect a mixed bag of weather in the coming days with a decent chance of showers starting this afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. There's a 30 percent chance of rain post-1 pm today with the temperatures hovering around a comfortable 75 degrees, while the evening might see a slight dip in the rain probability, and the night could cool down to a low of around 63 degrees amidst cloudy skies.
As the weekend progresses, the forecast suggests, Chicagoans will witness partly sunny conditions with near consistent highs inching towards the mid-70s, not forgetting the persistent cooler air by the lake that might lend a subtle chill through Sunday even as Father's Day itself is projected to maintain a favorable mid to upper 70s range making for, what FOX32 describes as a "quite pleasant" experience that many might find agreeable for any outdoor festivities.
However, the weather pattern is expected to shift substantially by the start of the new week with temperatures flirting dangerously close to the 90-degree mark; a stark contrast is set for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, where the heat is not only set to return but also could get oppressive, potentially spurring thunderstorms, with the earliest anticipated on Tuesday.
What comes after the thunderstorms could provide a much-needed respite from the heat as the weather takes a mild turn, offering a break from the stifling conditions. However, as the humidity climbs mid-week, it should be noted the city doesn't quite escape the chance of rainfall and thunderstorms, especially on Wednesday which extends into the night leading up into Juneteenth where once again showers loom, albeit alongside mostly sunny skies that suggest a certain reprieve from the rains that opens a window into the warmth of an 83-degree high.
