Rainy, Cool Weekend Ahead For IL

The rain of the past few days will most likely continue into this weekend. According to the National Weather Service, rain and a few thunderstorms are expected this afternoon, mainly along and south of I-80. The main threat will be heavy rain and localized flooding, especially after several days of rain.

There are also high waves and dangerous swimming conditions at Lake Michigan beaches, so if you were planning on a beach trip this weekend, please pay attention to the forecast. Flood warnings are also in place for the Fox River, and the river has reached flood stage in Algonquin and Montgomery.

Rain is possible Saturday, most likely after 1 p.m. It will be cool, with a high of 69, and rain is also likely Saturday night. According to the NWS, there is also a 40 percent chance of showers on Sunday, and the high for the day is 68 degrees.

After a possibly rainy weekend, the area should dry out some on Monday and temps will warm up next week.

Here is a more detailed look at your weather this weekend:

• FRIDAY NIGHT: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. East northeast wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph.
• SATURDAY: A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 1 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 69. East northeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
• SATURDAY NIGHT: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. East northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
• SUNDAY: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 68. Northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
• SUNDAY NIGHT: A 20 percent chance of showers before 1 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56.