Chicago weather: Models hint at possible snowfall this weekend

Chicago Weather: Possible Snowfall This Weekend

Mild autumn weather continues across the Chicago area through Friday before a weekend system could bring the season’s first mix of rain and snow. According to FOX 32 meteorologist Mike Caplan, a shift in weather patterns is on the way.

Short-Term Forecast

Today will be sunny despite a passing cold front. Conditions will be breezy, with high temperatures ranging from the low to mid 50s in northern counties and up to the low 60s farther south. Tonight, skies will remain mostly clear and chilly, with lows dropping into the 30s.

Friday Outlook

Friday morning may start with a few early showers, but the day is expected to turn mild and mostly sunny again. Temperatures are forecast to reach the low to mid 60s.

Weekend Forecast

Saturday begins with a mix of sun and clouds as rain moves into the region later in the afternoon. Forecast models indicate that colder night air could convert some rainfall into snow, mainly late Saturday night into early Sunday. Accumulations, however, are considered unlikely at this point.

“There will be much discussion in coming days over what exactly falls from the sky Saturday night and or Sunday night into Monday morning.” — Mike Caplan, FOX 32

Model Insights

Both U.S. and European computer models suggest that enough cold air may arrive to briefly change rain into snow. While timing and intensity remain uncertain, this could mark Chicago’s first taste of winter precipitation this season.

Author’s Summary: Weather models hint that chilly weekend air could bring Chicago its first brief mix of rain and snow, though significant accumulation is not expected.

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