Chicago Sees Near-Record Highs Before Windy Cold Front Brings Weekend Chill
Temperatures reached 60 degrees in Chicago on Friday, accompanied by strong winds, before a sharp drop to colder conditions expected over the weekend.
- Chicago experienced unseasonably warm temperatures on Friday, with highs reaching 60 degrees at Midway Airport and 57 degrees at O'Hare, nearing a record high of 62 degrees set in 2016.
- A wind advisory was issued for Cook and DuPage counties, with gusts up to 50 mph causing potential hazards like power outages and blowing unsecured objects.
- Residents were advised to secure outdoor items and avoid fire-prone activities due to elevated fire risks, particularly south of Interstate 80 where humidity levels were lowest.
- Temperatures began dropping significantly Friday evening, with scattered showers and possible flurries expected as a cold front moved into the area.
- The weekend forecast predicts much colder weather, with highs in the low 30s on Saturday and high 30s on Sunday, followed by milder conditions early next week.
Chicago Sun Times 