Storm Threat Goes Up Friday

We've got another summer like afternoon ahead this Thursday with highs in the mid 80's and a lot of sunshine. With forcing and instability remaining to the west of the area today, the storm threat remains well to the west of the Stateline.

However, more moisture and instability will begin to increase across the area Friday afternoon, as a mid-level trough brings added lift to the area. This could be enough to fire up showers and storms to the west and north west of the area, and then will track east and southeast into northern Illinois. Another round of storms again looks to develop late Friday, and will track east into the area in the evening.

With increasing moisture and instability, and increasing forcing as well, it is possible for a few stronger storms across northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Right now the Storm Prediction Center has the area, along with portions of Missouri and Iowa under a Marginal Risk. At the moment it is a relatively low risk for us, but something to monitor for any Friday afternoon and evening plans. Make sure to check back for more updates on storm potential Friday!