Chicago Forecast

Friday, Chicago beaches will open for the 2025 season, and Saturday, Illinois’ largest waterpark opens. But the temperature won’t feel much like summer.

Alicia Roman has the latest forecast.

Chicago-area residents have been asked to reduce water use as heavy rains fall across the region, with more rain expected throughout the day.

Steady, heavy rain, gusty winds and even low visibility were all expected to last through the morning commute.

The Chicago area woke up to a soggy morning Tuesday, with more soaking rain, downpours and scattered showers and even the chance for severe weather through the evening.

Alicia Roman has the latest forecast.

Chilly temperatures and spotty showers were in the Chicago forecast Monday, the NBC 5 Storm Team said, followed by a full day of rain Tuesday. The cool and rainy forecast comes after days of record-breaking, 80- and 90- degree heat and a rare dust storm that created “life-threatening” travel conditions and left cars and homes covered in dirt and dust….

The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning in some Chicago-area counties Friday.

Kevin Jeanes has the latest forecast update for the Chicago area.

An outbreak of severe weather spawned numerous thunderstorm warnings and wind gusts in excess of 70 miles per hour in some locations.

The National Weather Service is warning about “significant” fire hazards Friday.

The Chicago area is at serious risk of severe weather on Thursday, but another weather threat could emerge on Friday.

Kevin Jeanes has the latest forecast update for the Chicago area.

As the steamy weather moves in, here’s breakdown of what to expect and when.

The chance for severe storms with “all weather hazards at play” loom over the Chicago area Thursday, along with high humidity and record-breaking temperatures in the 90s.

The Chicago area will face all manner of severe weather threats on Thursday, including a chance of damaging winds, large hail and even tornadoes.

Chicago-area residents could see rapidly developing dense fog on Tuesday night, which could become more widespread overnight.

Scattered showers and mild overnight

Mother’s Day is expected to be a bright and sunny day in the Chicago area, with pleasant temperatures on tap for Sunday afternoon.