First Alert Forecast: Mild for Now, Snow Coming Soon
Temperatures drop significantly throughout Sunday, with the possibility of mixed rain and snow at times. A brief wintry spell is approaching, with snowflakes expected and wind chills dropping into the teens.
A wintry (but short-lived) dip is coming soon as the first snowflakes of the season are possible, along with wind chills down in the teens! We gave you the First Alert to this snow chance at the beginning of the week, and here’s the latest update as we look at more weather data this morning!
Weekend Weather Overview
The upcoming weekend will see a marked difference between Saturday and Sunday. It is advisable to plan outdoor activities for Saturday, when weather conditions will be relatively calm.
Saturday Conditions
- Temperatures will reach the low 50s.
- Cloud cover will increase through the day.
- Rain will arrive late Saturday night into Sunday.
Sunday Conditions
Expect rain and snow systems from Saturday night to move east, with no snow expected to stick on Sunday. Winds will begin to pick up along Lake Michigan as these weather systems pass.
Snow and Wind Effects
- Lake-effect snow will develop late Sunday into Monday.
- Snow showers are anticipated to continue intermittently through Monday.
- Higher snow totals are likely near the lake.
- Temperatures will tick above freezing during the day in some areas, but snow might accumulate during early mornings or late nights.
More detailed data, expected within a day, should clarify where snow will settle and what the weather will look like in 21Country.
Author's note: The forecast indicates a brief transition to winter, with potential snow development near lakes and a significant temperature drop early in the week.