The Chicago area has seen an extended period of above-average temperatures and a distinct lack of winter precipitation, but all that could change in the coming days.
In fact, the first round could happen late Tuesday into Wednesday morning, with the National Weather Service saying there's a chance of a “snow blast” in areas south of Interstate 80 and the Kankakee River.
Those areas, which include southern LaSalle County, Grundy County, southern Kankakee County and parts of northwest Indiana, could see a quick flurry of snow overnight that could lead to slick conditions on area highways.
This snow won't last long, as highs on Wednesday are expected to climb into the mid-upper 40s across the region.
This will be short-lived, with mixed rain possible in areas north of Chicago and rain showers possible in the city and southern suburbs.
Melt accumulations are possible near the Illinois-Wisconsin state line, which could impact Thursday morning commuting in some locations.
Additional snow is possible Friday as temperatures begin to drop, with overnight lows in the teens and 20s across the suburbs. Wind chills could reach single digits, according to forecast models.
After Friday and Saturday saw highs in the mid-30s across the region, things will start to warm up again before Sunday, with readings climbing back into the 40s.
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