Chicago weather: Rain returns late this week along with a strong cold front

Chicago Weather Forecast

We're expecting more cloudy skies and possible rain later this week. Fox 32 Chief Meteorologist Emily Wahls provides the detailed forecast for November.

Current Conditions

Chicago enjoyed another beautiful fall day with temperatures reaching the low to mid-60s under mostly sunny skies. This was 5 to 10 degrees above the November 4 average high of 54 degrees.

Tonight's Outlook

Expect mostly clear skies with mild and breezy conditions. Southwest winds will strengthen to 10-20 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. Low temperatures will stay in the lower 50s.

Wednesday Weather

Wednesday will be partly cloudy and gusty, with highs near the upper 50s. Winds will shift to west-northwest, gusting between 30 and 35 mph.

Thursday and Friday Forecast

Thursday will bring more clouds and highs in the mid to upper 50s.
Rain showers are expected late Thursday night into Friday morning.
Friday will start with rain but will gradually dry out, with temperatures warming to the low to mid 60s.

Weekend Weather

A significant temperature drop is expected after the cold front passes late this week. Saturday's high will be around 50 degrees with scattered rain showers possible. There is also a chance of rain mixing with snow as colder air settles in.

Sunday and Monday will be much colder, with highs around 40 degrees on Sunday and upper 30s on Monday.

Fox 32 Chief Meteorologist Emily Wahls: "Following our cold front late this week, temperatures will drop significantly with possible mixed rain and snow during the weekend."

Summary: Chicago will see a transition from mild, sunny weather to cooler, rainy conditions by the weekend, with a strong cold front bringing a notable temperature drop and potential snow mix.

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FOX 32 Chicago — 2025-11-05