Chicago Braces for Chilly Weekend, Warmer Days Ahead

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The Chicago area is in for a chilly start to the weekend, with temperatures in the teens and wind chills in the single digits on Saturday. However, meteorologists predict a big warm-up is on the way, with highs expected to reach the mid-20s on Saturday, the 30s on Sunday, and the 40s by early next week.

Why it matters

Chicago's weather can have a significant impact on residents' daily lives, from outdoor activities to energy usage. This forecast provides important information to help people plan and prepare for the changing conditions.

The details

According to Fox Chicago Meteorologist Mark Strehl, despite light winds, the early morning temperatures on Saturday were feeling even chillier due to wind chills in the single digits. Forecast highs for Saturday were expected to reach the mid-20s, which is below the average for this time of year. However, the weather is expected to warm up significantly in the coming days, with highs in the 30s on Sunday and the 40s by the early part of the workweek.

• Temperatures started in the teens for much of the Chicago area early Saturday.
• Forecast highs on Saturday were expected to reach the mid-20s.
• Temperatures are expected to reach the 30s for Sunday.
• Temperatures are expected to reach the 40s by the early part of the workweek.

What’s next

Residents should continue to monitor the weather forecast and prepare for the changing conditions, including adjusting their outdoor plans and energy usage as needed.