First Measurable Snow Expected This Weekend

CHICAGO, IL - The first measurable amount of snow of the season is expected this weekend.

The snow is expected to move across northern Illinois and northwest Indiana Sunday morning with 1 to 2 inches of accumulation possible. The snow accumulation should be the heaviest Sunday afternoon and into the early evening. North central Illinois could be the hardest hit by the snowstorm, according to the National Weather Service. Highs in the mid 30s are possible.

As for the rest of Friday, cloudy skies and highs in the upper 30s are expected. To those heading out to any outdoor holiday events Friday evening, Lows in the 20s are expected overnight with west winds reaching between 10 to 15 mph — so be sure to bundle up.

On Saturday, partly sunny skies and highs in the mid 30s with west winds between 5 to 10 mph are expected before the snow comes on Sunday.

There are additional chances for snow midweek next week. Here is a more detailed look at the forecast:

• Rest Of Today: Cloudy. Isolated to scattered rain and snow showers late in the morning. Highs in the upper 30s. Northwest winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation 30 percent.
• Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 20s. West winds 10 to 15 mph.
• Saturday: Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 30s. West winds 5 to 10 mph.
• Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 20s. West winds 5 to 10 mph in the evening becoming southwest after midnight.
• Sunday: Light snow likely in the morning...then light snow and light rain likely in the afternoon. Some snow accumulation possible. Highs in the mid 30s. South winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation 70 percent.
• Sunday Night: Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of light rain and light snow in the evening. Lows in the lower 30s.
• Monday: Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 40s.

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