Cooler, but comfortable “NW” flow dominates the Chicago weather scene into next week; Hotter weather may finally arrive in time for Father’s Day weekend

2024 OFF TO AN UNUSUALLY WARM START

Only one other year since records began in 1871 has been any warmer during the January 1 through June 6 period



BUSY START TO THE TORNADO SEASON

Second most April/May tornadoes on record since at least 1950


TEMPERATURE AND PRECIPITATION OUTLOOKS

Valid June 12 through June 20, 2024


INTENSE HEAT TO CONTINUE OUT WEST THROUGH SATURDAY


FAR DRIER PATTERN TAKING SHAPE OVER THE NEXT WEEK

  • Limited moisture, if any, is expected across the Chicago area over the next week
  • Forecast precipitation through Thursday June 13

COOLER THAN NORMAL PATTERN TO PERSIST INTO EARLY NEXT WEEK

Then a notable warm-up that could bring the first set of 90 degree temperatures toward Father’s Day weekend


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