Great fair weather today, watching rain chances for Friday

Comfortable Thursday:

We're off to a comfortably cool start to this Thursday across the Stateline. Temperatures so far have settled into the low 60s this morning, but it's the dew points in the upper 50s that are really making the difference. With humidity running low, the air feels refreshing and crisp, making for a great morning. 

 

That refreshing feel isn't going anywhere as afternoon highs climb back into the low 80s, and dew points land in the upper 50s. Combined with a mix of sun and a few passing fair-weather clouds, it should be a fantastic late-summer day. 

 

 

Winnebago County Fair:

Great weather for fairgoers as we move into Day 2 of the Winnebago County Fair in Pecatonica. With highs in the low 80s and a good deal of sun, conditions look ideal for spending time outdoors. Now, those heading to Day 3 on Friday will want to keep an eye on radar as our next weather-maker pushes in. 

  

Thunderstorms developing to our northwest tonight into early Friday could hold together long enough to bring a passing shower or thunderstorm to parts of the region as the day gets underway. 

After that, our attention then turns to the afternoon as forecast models suggest another scattered batch of rain developing, especially after 3-4PM. Included is the potential for an isolated thunderstorm. Thankfully, severe weather is not on the table.