Cooler temperatures settling in for Chicago, rain returning by early Friday
CHICAGO (CBS) — Cooler breezes blowing into the Chicago area following Wednesday's cold front subside overnight.
Under mainly clear skies, the stage will be set for a freeze in the western suburbs, while temperatures hover closer to 40 degrees in Chicago.
Expect a pleasant autumn day Thursday as we track our next storm system approaching from the Pacific Northwest.
Widespread rain moves in after midnight Thursday night and now looks to linger into your Friday morning commute. This could be our most widespread and beneficial rainfall in one month, with average rain totals expected to reach 0.50". Rain will clear the area late Friday morning.
Cool sunshine and lovely fall weather will dominate your weekend forecast.
What to expect Wednesday night
Mainly clear and cold, with a low of 40 in Chicago, and a light freeze in the western suburbs.
Mild with sunshine on Thursday
A few clouds late, with a high of 64.
Widespread rain early Friday
Overnight rain will clear by late morning, bringing breezy sunshine, and a high of 63.
