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We're teaming up with meteorology students at the College of DuPage to put on an in-person storm spotter course in November! Here are the details: weather.gov/lot/seminar
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Models continue to bounce around but strong signals for heavy rainfall middle to end of next week. Starting Tuesday/Tuesday night and continuing into next weekend, waves of showers and t-storms will move through Iowa and northern Illinois. Up to several inches of rain could be possible over the next week. No severe weather is expected for northern Illinois. #ilwx
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(🧵1/4) Showers and storms with torrential downpours are expected to develop again across northern IL this evening and continue into Sun AM. This rain will fall over already saturated ground from the past day, increasing the risk for localized flooding. #ILwx #INwx
Headline: Threat for Flash Flooding Tonight. Sub Headline: Main time window for flash flooding late this evening through into Sunday morning. What To Expect. Another round of torrential rainfall. May flood roads, low-lying areas, fields, and basements, and cause rapid stream/creek rises. When: Favored Timing of Highest Rainfall Rates. ~7 PM this evening - 6 AM CDT Sunday. Where: Areawide. Highest rainfall amounts and greatest flooding impacts favored across northern Illinois and far northwest Indiana, which aligns with much of the area that experienced heavy rain over the past day. What To Do. NEVER drive or walk across flooded roads! Move valuables from flood-prone areas, such as basements and outdoor areas with poor drainage. Graphic Created: Saturday, September 19, 2026 2:27 PM CDT

ALT Headline: Threat for Flash Flooding Tonight. Sub Headline: Main time window for flash flooding late this evening through into Sunday morning. What To Expect. Another round of torrential rainfall. May flood roads, low-lying areas, fields, and basements, and cause rapid stream/creek rises. When: Favored Timing of Highest Rainfall Rates. ~7 PM this evening - 6 AM CDT Sunday. Where: Areawide. Highest rainfall amounts and greatest flooding impacts favored across northern Illinois and far northwest Indiana, which aligns with much of the area that experienced heavy rain over the past day. What To Do. NEVER drive or walk across flooded roads! Move valuables from flood-prone areas, such as basements and outdoor areas with poor drainage. Graphic Created: Saturday, September 19, 2026 2:27 PM CDT

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A cold front moving through the area will bring widespread showers and storms Tues evening into Wed morning. There is a Marginal Risk, Level 1 of 5, for severe storms over eastern IA. Large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall are the primary threats. #iawx #ilwx #mowx
Graphic highlighting the chance for severe weather Tuesday evening through Wednesday morning across eastern Iowa. Primary threats include large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall.

ALT Graphic highlighting the chance for severe weather Tuesday evening through Wednesday morning across eastern Iowa. Primary threats include large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall.

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Near perfect weather for the rest of the Labor Day weekend with seasonably warm temperatures and much more comfortable humidity. It'll warm up again Tuesday and Wednesday with maybe a shower or storm late Tue night into Wed AM. #ilwx #inwx
This is a five day forecast graphic for northern Illinois and northwest Indiana. Headline: Five Day Forecast. Sub Headline: Rest of the holiday weekend: seasonably warm w/more comfortable humidity Visit weather.gov/Chicago for more forecast details for your location. Graphic Created: Sunday, September 6, 2026 2:51 AM CDT

ALT This is a five day forecast graphic for northern Illinois and northwest Indiana. Headline: Five Day Forecast. Sub Headline: Rest of the holiday weekend: seasonably warm w/more comfortable humidity Visit weather.gov/Chicago for more forecast details for your location. Graphic Created: Sunday, September 6, 2026 2:51 AM CDT

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Heat Relief About One Week Away
The stretch of hot afternoons will continue this week, with temperatures well above normal for September. Computer models are forecasting a cold front to arrive next weekend, reducing temperatures back to normal.

ALT The stretch of hot afternoons will continue this week, with temperatures well above normal for September. Computer models are forecasting a cold front to arrive next weekend, reducing temperatures back to normal.

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[1:33 PM CDT Fri 9/3/2026] Map of heat headlines (current expiration time of 10pm CDT) in effect, with a Heat Advisory across northern #ILwx & northwest #INwx, except for Boone, McHenry, Lake IL, & northern & central Cook (#Chicago) Counties, which were canceled earlier today.
Map of heat headlines valid through this evening (current expiration time of 10 PM CDT) with a Heat Advisory across northern Illinois and northwest Indiana, except Boone, McHenry, Lake IL, northern, and central Cook Counties, where the advisory was canceled earlier today.

ALT Map of heat headlines valid through this evening (current expiration time of 10 PM CDT) with a Heat Advisory across northern Illinois and northwest Indiana, except Boone, McHenry, Lake IL, northern, and central Cook Counties, where the advisory was canceled earlier today.

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Tropical Storm Dolly fell apart on Friday. Now it might try to come back. The Hurricane Center says Dolly’s remnants could find more favorable conditions once they reach the Gulf around the middle of this week. And there’s already ANOTHER system developing just south of Louisiana. The Gulf suddenly has my attention.
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TROPICAL UPDATE: Invest #97L in the northern Gulf flaring up pretty impressive storms this morning. If trends continue, might get a bump to orange or a medium chance of development later today. It has a tight window to try and form before pushing into TX / LA on Tuesday. It's certainly possible to squeak out a quick Tropical Depression or even Tropical Storm #Edouard. Water temps are warmer than average for most of the Gulf + low wind shear along its track. What could hurt development is dry air. We'll see, stay tuned...
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Hot & humid weather is expected Monday through Wednesday with peak heat indices of 95-105 degrees. Low temperatures in the low-mid 70s will further add to heat stress. A Heat Advisory is in effect along & south of I-80 from Monday afternoon to Wednesday evening. #iawx #ilwx #mowx
Graphic shows a map of the heat advisory in effect for heat indices of 95-105 degrees Monday through Wednesday and discusses the forecast. There is some uncertainty due to thunderstorm potential, which may limit high temperatures. Heat safety information is also included.

ALT Graphic shows a map of the heat advisory in effect for heat indices of 95-105 degrees Monday through Wednesday and discusses the forecast. There is some uncertainty due to thunderstorm potential, which may limit high temperatures. Heat safety information is also included.

A sampler that highlights the peak heat indices each day for cities in eastern Iowa, northwest Illinois, and northeast Missouri. Peak heat indices each afternoon range from 95 degrees to 105 degrees north to south.

ALT A sampler that highlights the peak heat indices each day for cities in eastern Iowa, northwest Illinois, and northeast Missouri. Peak heat indices each afternoon range from 95 degrees to 105 degrees north to south.

Heat Impacts on Vulnerable Populations. Pregnant: Extreme heat events have been associated with adverse birth outcomes such as low birth weight, preterm birth, infant mortality, and congenital cataracts. Newborns: Newborns are extra sensitive to heat because their ability to regulate body temperature is limited. Children: Young children and infants are particularly vulnerable to heat, as their bodies are less able to adapt to heat than adults. Those under four are especially vulnerable. Elderly: Older adults, especially those who have preexisting diseases, take certain medications, live alone or have limited mobility are at higher risk for heat illness. Chronic Illness: People with chronic medical conditions are more likely to have a serious health problem during a heat wave.

ALT Heat Impacts on Vulnerable Populations. Pregnant: Extreme heat events have been associated with adverse birth outcomes such as low birth weight, preterm birth, infant mortality, and congenital cataracts. Newborns: Newborns are extra sensitive to heat because their ability to regulate body temperature is limited. Children: Young children and infants are particularly vulnerable to heat, as their bodies are less able to adapt to heat than adults. Those under four are especially vulnerable. Elderly: Older adults, especially those who have preexisting diseases, take certain medications, live alone or have limited mobility are at higher risk for heat illness. Chronic Illness: People with chronic medical conditions are more likely to have a serious health problem during a heat wave.

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Analog-based guidance suggesting the potential for severe weather next week as we transition from August to September. – at Lincoln Village, OH
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Little firenado from the #Rossfire in TX. Submitted by Kathleen S 📷 – at Norman, OK
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Temperatures and humidity will increase into the weekend and early next week, which will come with occasional chances for scattered showers and storms. However, dry periods are likely and some areas may receive little to no rainfall through Sunday night. #iawx #ilwx #mowx
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Pleasant conditions are in store this weeked with a warming trend beginnning the second half of the weekend. There is a low chance of a shower or thunderstorm north of the Toll Road late Sunday night, but mainly dry conditions are expected.
Pleasant conditions are in store this weeked with a warming trend beginnning the second half of the weekend. There is a low chance of a shower or thunderstorm north of the Toll Road late Sunday night, but mainly dry conditions are expected.

ALT Pleasant conditions are in store this weeked with a warming trend beginnning the second half of the weekend. There is a low chance of a shower or thunderstorm north of the Toll Road late Sunday night, but mainly dry conditions are expected.

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It’s happening. BUCKLE UP
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The quiet and seasonable conditions to end the week will give way to the return of heat and humidity to close out August and begin September, which may be accompanied by periodic shower and thunderstorm chances. #ILwx #INwx
This is a four day forecast graphic for northern Illinois and northwest Indiana. Headline: Four Day Outlook. Sub Headline: Mainly dry and seasonable to end the week… Very warm and humid next week. Visit weather.gov/Chicago for more forecast details for your location. Graphic Created: Thursday, August 27, 2026 1:20 PM CDT

ALT This is a four day forecast graphic for northern Illinois and northwest Indiana. Headline: Four Day Outlook. Sub Headline: Mainly dry and seasonable to end the week… Very warm and humid next week. Visit weather.gov/Chicago for more forecast details for your location. Graphic Created: Thursday, August 27, 2026 1:20 PM CDT

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This is the OFFICIAL updated tornado count for 2026 by state. IGNORE the other inflated numbers that you see from other sources, as those have "duplicate" tornado reports in them that need to be "quality controlled" or in other words sifted through and removed. These have been quality controlled and are accurate as of August 25th at 1pm. The unbelievable number of 210 for Illinois clearly stands out, but also notice the cluster of surrounding states like Iowa, Indiana, and Missouri who also have high numbers compared to "traditional" tornado alley of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas & Nebraska.
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There is a Marginal Risk (level 1 of 5) for severe weather Wednesday afternoon and evening. Low confidence but all hazards may be possible including 60 mph wind gusts, 1” hail, and an isolated tornado or two. Stay weather aware!
Storms develop Wednesday afternoon and evening (40-60% chances), with some potentially becoming strong to severe. This graphic shows the Marginal Risk SPC Outlook as well as the risks for wind, hail, tornado, and flooding.

ALT Storms develop Wednesday afternoon and evening (40-60% chances), with some potentially becoming strong to severe. This graphic shows the Marginal Risk SPC Outlook as well as the risks for wind, hail, tornado, and flooding.

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630am: Dew points are falling into the 50s across northern Illinois and may even fall into the 40s this afternoon as much drier air overspreads the area today. It actually feels like a hint of fall outside this morning! #ilwx
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With a nearly saturated ground and winds becoming light overnight, conditions will be favorable for areas of fog to develop, mainly after midnight. The potential exists for some of this fog to be dense, especially near river valleys and towards daybreak. #inwx
With nearly saturated ground and winds becoming light overnight, conditions will be favorable for areas of fog to develop, mainly after midnight. The potential exists for some of this fog to be dense, especially near river valleys and towards daybreak when the winds will be lightest. Be careful if you are driving overnight and encounter rapidly reduced visibilities. Stay tuned for later forecasts and any updates.

ALT With nearly saturated ground and winds becoming light overnight, conditions will be favorable for areas of fog to develop, mainly after midnight. The potential exists for some of this fog to be dense, especially near river valleys and towards daybreak when the winds will be lightest. Be careful if you are driving overnight and encounter rapidly reduced visibilities. Stay tuned for later forecasts and any updates.

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