Tue Apr 15 11:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Chicago Faces Windy Start, Potential for Severe Storms Later in the Week
**CHICAGO, IL [Date]** – Chicagoans enjoyed mild temperatures and breezy conditions Monday, but a shift in weather patterns is expected, bringing cooler temperatures and the possibility of severe thunderstorms by the end of the week, according to FOX 32 meteorologist Emily Wahls.
Monday saw highs in the low to mid-60s, despite a passing cold front. Westerly winds gusting over 30 mph continued into the evening. Overnight, cloudy skies and scattered rain showers are possible, with temperatures dropping to around 40 degrees by Tuesday morning.
Tuesday will be noticeably cooler, with highs only reaching near 50 degrees under partly sunny to mostly cloudy skies. A few sprinkles are possible throughout the day. Wednesday brings a return to sunshine and mid-50s temperatures, but rain chances increase again Thursday as warmer air arrives, pushing temperatures back into the mid-60s.
The most significant weather event is expected Friday, with highs in the upper 70s. A strong storm system could bring strong to severe thunderstorms, though the exact timing and intensity remain uncertain. Residents are advised to monitor weather forecasts closely.
The weekend will bring a cool-down, with mostly cloudy skies and highs around 60 degrees. A few showers are possible on Sunday.
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