Chicago Weather

Alicia Roman has the latest forecast.

Sunny skies, but smoky conditions build in the afternoon

The Chicago area Monday woke up to another morning of hazy skies, with rain and gusty thundershowers possible for some parts as a cold front over Wisconsin moves into Illinois, the NBC 5 Storm Team said.

Alicia Roman has the latest forecast.

Scattered thunderstorms and high winds are approaching the Chicago area afternoon, with gusty winds and hail serving as possible threats.

Temperatures are in the upper 60s-to-low 70s to start the day on Sunday, with a mix of clouds and sunshine anticipated through the morning and into the early afternoon hours.

Rain arrives in the afternoon; some storms may reach severe limits

After a smoky finish to the week that saw air quality alerts impacting the Chicago area, a more pleasant start to the weekend is in store, with seasonal temperatures and cleaner air for much of the region.

Kevin Jeanes has the latest forecast.

Iisha Scott has the latest forecast update for the Chicago area.

Kevin Jeanes has the latest forecast update for the Chicago area.

Kevin Jeanes has the latest forecast.

Partly cloudy skies and dry conditions are forecasted for the Chicago area on Thursday.

The Chicago area Wednesday woke up to a rainy morning, with rain expected to continue through the morning commute and even into the afternoon and evening for some.

Kevin Jeanes has the latest forecast.

Iisha Scott has the latest forecast update for the Chicago area.

Pete Sack has the latest forecast.