As of 5:35 a.m. CDT on Sunday, June 7, 2026, Midway (KMDW) was reporting partly cloudy skies, temperatures around 70°F, and a light east-northeast breeze. Chicago gets a mainly pleasant, partly sunny Sunday with a high near 74°F before clouds thicken tonight and the weather mood turns decidedly grumpier.
Today Into Midweek
This afternoon stays partly sunny with light east-northeast winds around 5 to 10 mph. Sunday night, lows will hover near 65°F, and there is a slight chance of showers and a few thunderstorms mainly between 7 p.m. and 4 a.m., while east winds could gust up to about 20 mph.
On Monday, June 8, showers become more widespread, especially after 10 a.m., with slow-moving storms capable of torrential downpours, localized flash flooding, and damaging gusts. After that, forecasters expect a warm, humid stretch from Tuesday through Thursday, with highs climbing into the upper 80s and heat indices in the mid to upper 90s. A front arriving late Thursday could bring a heightened risk for an organized squall line, according to NWS Chicago.
Local Impacts
Slow-moving storms on Monday increase the chance of flooded underpasses and short-term travel delays, since urban drainage can struggle during intense bursts of rain. Outdoor plans Monday afternoon or evening should be flexible, and drivers should avoid standing water. Forecasters warn that any storm that parks over a neighborhood can quickly trigger sudden flooding and damaging gusts.
Communities southwest of a Rockford–Joliet–Rensselaer line face the greatest risk for earlier and heavier coverage, but the Chicago metro area is also in line for locally significant rainfall if the heavier cells drift over the city.
Plan Ahead
Pack rain gear for tonight and allow extra time for Monday’s commute, and secure loose outdoor items before any storms roll through. Looking ahead to the heat expected Tuesday through Thursday, call 3-1-1 or visit the City of Chicago for information on cooling centers if you or someone you care for needs air-conditioned space.
Keep an eye on local alerts and check the latest forecast each morning so you can shift work or events to cooler hours while the warm, humid air lingers.
