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Highs near 80 degrees with strong storms Friday night in Chicago
Meteorologist Laura Bannon is tracking storms moving into the Chicago area.
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Highs will be near 80 degrees with breezy conditions, making it the warmest day of the year so far.
An isolated strong storm may wander into our area overnight tonight, mainly north of I-88, but most will remain dry, mild, and windy as south winds prime the atmosphere for Friday's storm threat.
There's a chance for strong storms Thursday night, with gusty winds and small hail as the main threats.
There is a chance for strong storms Thursday night. Storms that do develop Thursday night could produce gusty winds and small hail.
Brisk winds will make it cooler in the 40s near Lake Michigan on Wednesday.
Expect more clouds and wind for Tuesday, with a chance of rain in the morning—highs in the low 50s.
Gusty winds are expected on Monday with highs near 64 degrees.
We are tracking a cold front slated to move through Tuesday morning with a few quick rain showers, then cooler breezes to follow through midweek.
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