Fri Apr 25 17:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Chicago Area Sees Cloudy Skies, Scattered Showers After Unusually Warm Day

**CHICAGO (October 26, 2025)** – After parts of the Chicago area enjoyed temperatures exceeding 80°F yesterday, the city is experiencing a cooler, cloudier day with a chance of showers and isolated thunderstorms, according to FOX 32 Meteorologist Mike Caplan.

While Thursday saw a significant temperature difference between lakefront areas and inland regions, today’s highs are expected to reach only around 70°F under mostly cloudy skies. Caplan predicts light to moderate rainfall, with no widespread heavy downpours anticipated.

The weekend forecast looks brighter, with sunny skies predicted for both Saturday and Sunday. However, temperatures will remain cool, with highs in the mid-to-upper 50s on Saturday and climbing to the upper 60s to lower 70s on Sunday. Lakefront areas will see consistently cooler temperatures throughout the weekend.

A significant warm-up is expected on Monday, with highs potentially surpassing 80°F. However, this warmth may be accompanied by a chance of thunderstorms Monday night and into Tuesday. The severity of any potential storms remains uncertain at this time.

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