Storms Monday, Rain This Week As Temps Drop: Illinois Weather

ILLINOIS — Temperatures in the 70s, with several chances of rain, are expected this week, according to the National Weather Service.

The work week begins with rain on Monday, and a high of 78 degrees, the weather service said. Scattered thunderstorms are possible Monday afternoon and into the evening, but storms are not expected to be severe.

Locally heavy rain could result in come ponding in fields, ditches and roadways, the weather service said. Peak time for thunderstorms will be between 4 and 10 p.m., and the strongest storms may have some gusty winds and small hail.

Tuesday looks to be dry, with a high of 76 degrees, according to the weather service. There is a chance of showers late Tuesday.

Rain returns Wednesday, which has a high of 76 degrees. There is a chance of thunderstorms after 7 a.m. Wednesday, and winds could gust up to 15 mph.

A break from the rain will arrive again on Thursday, which looks to be mostly sunny and slightly warmer with a high of 79 degrees, according to the weather service.

However, rain will close out the week on Friday, with showers likely throughout the day and a high of 73 expected, the weather service said.