Storms possible as 'summer-like' conditions give way to much cooler temperatures Saturday in Chicago area
Published on April 17, 2026.
The National Weather Service has warned that "summer-like" conditions in the Chicago area will soon be significantly cooler than expected, with temperatures expected to reach 81 degrees and potentially high winds of up to 50 mph. The cold front responsible for this change is moving towards the north, with a cold front moving through the central part of the United States.
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