First 80 Degree Day

Temperatures Monday afternoon warmed into the upper 70's and low 80's area wide, officially reaching 81 degrees in Rockford.  Gusty south winds helped to transport the unseasonably mild air into northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.


The strong winds will ease some Monday night but remain between 10-15 mph.  This will help keep temperatures in the mid 50's during the overnight.  The mild start to Tuesday will help springboard temperatures back into the upper 70's and low 80's once again.  The forecast high for Tuesday is 80 degrees, but cloud cover will be on the increase during the day.  An isolated storm chance will be present during the afternoon with showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread during the overnight.