Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Chill settles In, bringing new chances for rain‑snow mix

Wild Stretch:

From record highs to rounds of severe storms, it has been a wild stretch of weather lately. 

This wild stretch isn't over yet, though not in the way many of you might hope. With yesterday's storm system now moving out, we're heading into a colder and still unsettled weather pattern.

Wintry Mix Wednesday:

Northern Illinois will see yet another chance for rain showers, but this round comes with a twist. As temperatures rapidly cool aloft, some of that rainfall may mix with snow at times. Chances are highest during the morning when the colder air is most likely to overlap with the lingering moisture. For the afternoon, a few lingering flurries remain possible with highs peaking in the upper 30s. 

Friday's Clipper:

Thursday will be dry, but cloud cover to expected to though the afternoon progresses as a potent clipper system drops in from the northwest. 

With the low tracking to our north, temperatures will remain on the mild side, which could allow for a brief sprinkle or light rain shower. Much like today, cooler air will settle in on the backside of the system, likely changing any lingering precipitation to flurries as we head towards the midday hours Friday. Afternoon highs Friday will reach the mid 40s, cooling into the low for Saturday and Sunday. 

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