Your morning Illinois weather update

A Special Weather Statement is in effect across Illinois today as strong southwest winds develop behind a line of showers and thunderstorms moving through the region. We're also tracking elevated fire danger during peak heating hours this afternoon. This morning starts mild with temperatures already in the low 60s, but don't expect it to last.

Your evening Illinois weather update

Typical Illinois weather is on tap today with temperatures climbing nicely this afternoon before thunderstorms roll through. Here comes a high of 74 degrees, but don't expect that warmth to last as a cold front brings changes tonight. Starting your Monday morning, conditions are quiet statewide with temperatures in the 50s.

Your midday Illinois weather update

We're under a Special Weather Statement this Monday as gusty southwest winds combine with near-record warmth and dry conditions to create elevated fire danger through early evening. Those winds could gust up to 30 miles per hour, so secure any loose items around your property. This morning starts mild with temperatures already in the mid-60s.

Your morning Illinois weather update

A typical March weather pattern is setting up across Illinois today with early morning thunderstorms giving way to a warm afternoon. Those storms rolled through between 1 and 5 A.M., bringing brief heavy rain to many areas before pushing east. Right now at 6 A.M., temperatures are sitting around 49 degrees with steady south-southwest winds at 14 miles per hour.

Your evening Illinois weather update

Red Flag Warnings are in effect across Illinois today, creating dangerous fire conditions through this evening. The combination of low humidity, gusty winds. And dry vegetation means any spark could rapidly spread.

Your midday Illinois weather update

A Special Weather Statement is in effect today for elevated fire danger across much of Illinois. Gusty south winds up to 30 miles per hour combined with low humidity and dry vegetation create risky conditions through early evening. This morning started cool with temperatures around 49 degrees at 6 A.M.

Your morning Illinois weather update

Get ready for a beautiful spring Sunday across Illinois as temperatures climb from the 40s this morning into the low 60s by afternoon. This warming trend is just getting started, with even warmer conditions on the way for the new work week. Right now at 3 A.M., we're sitting around 40 degrees under clear skies.

Your evening Illinois weather update

Red Flag Warnings are in effect across Illinois this Saturday, creating dangerous fire conditions through the afternoon and evening hours. Low humidity and gusty winds mean any spark could quickly spread. We started this morning with temperatures around 41 degrees.

Your midday Illinois weather update

We've got Red Flag Warnings posted across much of Illinois today, with dry conditions and gusty winds creating elevated fire danger. The combination of low humidity and steady southwesterly winds means any fires that start could spread rapidly, so avoid any outdoor burning and be extra careful with anything that could spark. This morning starts chilly with temperatures around 38 degrees, but we'll see a nice recovery through the day.

Your morning Illinois weather update

Multiple weather alerts are in effect across Illinois this Saturday, with Red Flag Warnings and Freeze Warnings creating challenging conditions. The combination of dry air, gusty winds. And overnight freezing temperatures demands extra caution throughout the state.