Chicago weather forecast Tuesday includes severe weather; storms could bring damaging winds, hail, tornadoes
CHICAGO (WLS) — As Chicago starts the weeks with sunny skies and record-warmth, ABC7 meteorologists are keeping an eye on the chance of severe weather on Tuesday.
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There will be plenty of sunshine on Monday with temperatures reaching 70 degrees, ABC7 meteorologists said.
However, a warm front is expected to lift into the area on Tuesday, bringing in the chance for severe weather in the late afternoon and evening.
Expect a dry morning commute; rain chances begin to increase after 2 p.m.
Most of Chicago, including south and southwest suburbs were placed under a Level 3 risk.
The north and northwest suburbs are under Level 2 risk.
The window for severe weather will be between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Large hail is the biggest threat; there is also a chance for tornadoes and damaging winds.
As for Wednesday, temperatures will be falling and rain may end as a wintry mix later in the morning.
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