Season’s First Snowflakes Possible Overnight Sunday into Monday
A weather system moving into the region, mostly bringing rain, could deliver the season’s first snowflakes as temperatures drop into the 30s, according to weather officials.
“It’s not a big deal,” said Birk, “but there might be slushy grass and walkways with less than an inch of flakes.”
Weekend Forecast Overview
- Thursday: Highs near 58°F with overnight showers and possible thunderstorms continuing into Friday.
- Saturday: Rain likely in the afternoon with mostly cloudy skies and a high around 50°F.
- Early Sunday: Temperatures may dip to about 35°F before 3 a.m., bringing a mix of rain and snow.
Officials estimate a 90% chance of precipitation on Saturday. Calm winds are expected early, increasing overnight with gusts near 20 mph between midnight and 3 a.m.
Current Conditions
At O’Hare and Midway airports, skies are partly cloudy with temperatures near 55°F. Winds range from 5 to 10 mph, and gusts are predicted overnight. Lake effect snow is possible from Sunday night through Monday night as temperatures remain in the 30s.
Seasonal Perspective
Chicago’s first freeze and snowfall often arrive in early to mid-November, aligning with this system’s timing and temperature patterns forecasted for the weekend.
Author’s summary: The Chicago area could see its first light snow Sunday night as temperatures fall into the 30s, following a wet and windy end to the week.