It was one of the warmest Februarys on record so far for Chicago, and spring-like temperatures are expected to continue through Wednesday.
After a mild and bright Tuesday that saw temperatures in the mid to upper 50s across much of the Chicago area, conditions are expected to be warmer for most of Wednesday.
It will be springy again on Wednesday, with temperatures expected to reach around 60 degrees in parts of the region.
High temperatures are expected to reach the mid 60s on Wednesday, with southwest winds at 10 to 15 mph.
While Wednesday appears to represent an uncharacteristic taste of spring, the lull following a warm day will not mark a complete return to winter.
Chicago area residents can expect temperatures in the mid-50s on Thursday, with the possibility of rain and possibly a stray thunderstorm during the morning commute.
Although high temperatures will drop back into the low 40s by the start of this weekend, the area will warm up again by Monday, with temperatures reaching the 60s again early next week, though it's likely that Along with some rain.
According to the National Weather Service, the average high temperature on February 21 in Chicago was just 37.7 degrees, indicating a continuation of above-average temperatures in February.
