That rain is expected to continue into Mother’s Day morning, with wind gusts of up to 35 miles per hour and frigid temperatures also on tap for the holiday.
In areas north of Interstate 88 and west of Chicago, there is a possibility of snow mixing in with the rain, with some slushy accumulation possible on grassy surfaces, patios and lawn furniture, according to forecasters.
Eventually, the precipitation will come to an end late Sunday morning or early in the afternoon, but temperatures aren’t expected to rebound much, with highs in the mid-40s to mid-50s across the area, far below average high temperatures for this time of year.
Chicago Weather Radar: Several inches of snow fall in short winter burst, causing slick roads
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CHICAGO (WLS) Another short blast of snow blanketed the Chicago area in white on Monday.
Snow began falling shortly after noon for most of the area, and lasted until the 6 p.m. hour in the northern and northwestern suburbs,
WATCH: Snow, sleet to cause hazardous conditions Monday
A wintry mix could make for a messy afternoon and evening in Chicago.
Light precipitation and drizzle will linger for the rest of evening into the early overnight hours and then stop, according to ABC7 Meteorologist Larry Mowry. Temperatures remain right around freezing, so not much ice is expected to develop, especially on treated roadways, so lick spots on roads should stay isolated.
A winter weather advisory is in effect until 7 p.m. Monday. Wet snow is expected to bring anywhere from 2 to 4 inches of accumulation, with some locations seeing potentially higher amounts. Snowfall rates of 1 inch per hour are possible during the late-morning and mid-afternoon hours. A wintry mix could also bring light freezing rain as winds gust to near 40 mph. Plan on slippery road conditions due to the expected high snowfall rates, especially on elevated surfaces such as bridges and overpasses. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute, the advisory warns.
McHenry and Kane Counties
A winter weather advisory is in effect from noon to 7 p.m. Monday. Wet snow is expected to bring anywhere from 1 to 3 inches of accumulation, and the threat of ice accumulations up to one tenth of an inch.
Chicago Weather Radar: Several inches of snow fall in short winter burst, causing slick roads
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CHICAGO (WLS) Another short blast of snow blanketed the Chicago area in white on Monday.
Snow began falling shortly after noon for most of the area, and lasted until the 6 p.m. hour in the northern and northwestern suburbs,
WATCH: Snow, sleet to cause hazardous conditions Monday
A wintry mix could make for a messy afternoon and evening in Chicago.
Light precipitation and drizzle will linger for the rest of evening into the early overnight hours and then stop, according to ABC7 Meteorologist Larry Mowry. Temperatures remain right around freezing, so not much ice is expected to develop, especially on treated roadways, so lick spots on roads should stay isolated.
How much snow are we supposed to get? Chicago weather forecasts for snow show anywhere from a dusting up to 4 inches could fall in the area, with Cook County and the city seeing less snow than suburbs to the west and northwest.