Sub-Zero Wind Chills Expected to Grip Chicago Area
Chicago residents are bracing for a bone-chilling start to the week as sub-zero wind chills are expected to sweep through the area on Monday morning. Meteorologists are predicting the arrival of a cold front that will plunge temperatures into the teens and create wind chill values as low as -4 degrees.
Monday Morning Chill
As the day breaks on Monday, the Chicago area will be greeted by frigid temperatures and icy gusts. The NBC 5 Storm Team Meteorologist Pete Sack warns residents to prepare for sub-zero wind chills and extremely cold conditions. High temperatures will struggle to reach 20 degrees, with wind chills hovering around zero throughout the day.
Lingering Cold and Flurries
The bone-chilling cold will persist into Tuesday, bringing with it the possibility of flurries. Lake-effect snow may accumulate in areas south of Interstate 80, adding to the wintry conditions. Meteorologists caution that persistent northwesterly winds will keep wind chill values below zero, creating hazardous conditions for residents.
Brief Respite and Return of Cold
While Wednesday will see a slight moderation in temperatures, with highs reaching around 20 degrees, the respite will be short-lived. The bitter cold is set to return, plunging wind chill values back below zero. However, meteorologists assure that this extreme cold snap will be the last before temperatures begin to climb.
Amidst the frigid weather, Chicagoans can look forward to warmer conditions on Thursday and Friday, with temperatures nearing the 40-degree mark. However, a mix of rain and snow is expected over the weekend, with the bulk of the system staying to the south.
As the week comes to a close, the harsh cold will make a comeback, with Monday’s high temperatures predicted to struggle to reach the single digits once again. Residents are advised to stay bundled up and prepared for the fluctuating weather conditions that lie ahead. Stay safe and warm, Chicago!
