Prepare for a Bright Friday: Enjoy the Sun Before Next Week’s Rain Returns

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Today promises a break from harsh conditions, with only a few isolated flurries or snow showers anticipated. Expect the skies to gradually clear, paving the way for a delightful, albeit breezy, Friday.

While Friday offers mild temperatures, prepare for a noticeable drop as we head into the weekend and continue into the following week. These milder days might usher in rain as we transition into a more active weather pattern.

Looking ahead, a weather system is expected to roll in from late Sunday into Monday, potentially bringing significant snow and a wintry mix. This could complicate Monday morning’s commute, so plan accordingly.

Once this system passes, a shift in the weather pattern will likely draw in moisture from the Gulf and lows from the southwest, increasing the likelihood of rain across the Midwest region.

With severe weather possible any time of the year, consider using WCIA WeatherCall as a way to get calls from us at WCIA in the middle of the night if a weather warning is issued for your location. When you’re asleep, it’s a great way to stay safe. Nothing like a phone call to wake you up and warn you and your family when minutes matter.

Don’t forget to download the WCIA 3 Weather App to stay up-to-date with the latest forecast anytime, anywhere.

Here is your 7 day forecast updated several times a day. You also can see the 7 day forecast and more on the WCIA 3 Weather App and on the WCIA 3 Weather Map Room.

See the latest drought monitor showing drought conditions in Central Illinois below. The drought monitor is released every Thursday morning and includes rainfall amounts from the Tuesday to Tuesday 7 day window immediately before the drought monitor is released.

Here are the latest extended outlooks for the 8-14 day temperature and precipitation outlooks. These outlooks are issued daily and provide insight into the confidence in seeing temperatures and precipitation above or below normal beyond our 7 day forecast.