Chicago is starting Wednesday with clear skies and temperatures near 59 degrees, but the day has a much warmer finish in store. Sunshine should push the city to about 75 degrees, with a dry wind shift and occasional gusts near 20 mph providing the only real plot twist.
Sunny Wednesday Before A Cooler Thursday
A front moving through the area will turn winds from west-southwest to west-northwest by late morning or early afternoon. The National Weather Service expects sunny skies, a high near 75, and no meaningful rain chance; Thursday remains sunny but cooler, topping out around 69.
Thursday night will be partly cloudy with a low near 52, then Friday stays mostly sunny near 69. Hoodline's Tuesday forecast also called for a warm, dry midweek stretch, but the weekend outlook has shifted enough to make the next few days worth a fresh look.
Saturday Brings The Warmest Day
Saturday looks like the standout, with sunshine, stout southerly flow, and a high near 74. It is a strong setup for outdoor plans, although the breeze may be noticeable along exposed streets and lakefront paths.
Rain Chances Return Sunday And Tuesday
A chance of showers is possible Saturday night into Sunday morning, while Sunday is expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 76. Sunday night is expected to be partly cloudy, then showers could arrive after midnight Monday night, with a 40% chance Tuesday as the high slips to around 65.
Columbus Day itself, Monday, October 12, is expected to reach a high near 69 degrees. No watches, warnings, or advisories are listed for the city in the current forecast, so the near-term story is simple: enjoy the sunshine, keep an eye on Sunday’s shower odds, and expect a cooler turn by Tuesday.
