Chicago's morning commuters faced a damp start today as rain blanketed the city, prompting temperatures to drop from an early high of 72° down through the 60s. According to a weather forecast from the National Weather Service, the city saw a 90% chance of precipitation this morning, with rainfall expected to amount to between a quarter and half of an inch. The post-noon forecast suggests showers may continue, albeit with less certainty, as the chance of precipitation dips to 40%.
Rain is expected today, especially this morning north of I-80. It'll be MUCH cooler today. Milder temperatures are expected the rest of the week into the first half of the weekend, though it'll be cooler near the lake. Sunday will be warmer w/some scattered PM t-storms. pic.twitter.com/pAfICTZ6Ez
— NWS Chicago (@NWSChicago) June 4, 2025
Tonight, as residents of the Windy City wind down, the skies are predicted to remain mostly cloudy with a potential for scattered showers before 9 pm. Meanwhile, the temperature is slated to hover in the mid-50s, accompanied by a gentle north breeze. "It will not be as windy as yesterday nor will smoke be a problem today," confirms a report by FOX32 Chicago.
Looking ahead to tomorrow, Chicagoans can expect mostly sunny skies with highs reaching near 66 degrees, as detailed by the National Weather Service. The forecast, which hints at a respite from the rain, also signals the potential return of wildfire smoke to the area. The weather for Friday and the weekend largely appears favorable, with dry conditions and sunshine dominating, coupled with highs comfortably in the 70s.
While the bulk of the weekend may offer outdoor-friendly weather, Sunday afternoon could bring showers likely after 1 pm, as reported by the National Weather Service. Despite the intermittent wet forecasts, the forthcoming week promises a surge in sunny days with highs hovering around the 70s.
