Chicago weather Friday includes possible severe thunderstorms, waves of rain
Two rounds of storms are hitting the Chicago area on Friday. Here's what you can expect.
Following scattered showers and storms Friday morning and early afternoon, more strong storms are possible through the evening, with the potential for severe storms that might bring wind damage, large hail, and even an isolated tornado.
A cold front moves through overnight with another round of widespread rain and thunder. Morning showers clear Saturday with gusty winds and falling temperatures.
Some overnight storms could produce gusty winds.
According to the National Weather Service, the biggest storm threats will be heavy rain and wind gusts up to 50 miles per hour. The NWS said there is a chance for small hail and tornadoes.
Flight cancellations and delays reported at Chicago airports
Ground delays and ground stops have impacted hundreds of flights at O'Hare and Midway airports.
As of 9:15 p.m., O'Hare Airport reported 592 flight cancellations and nearly 1,500 flight delays. Midway Airport has reported 22 cancellations and over 340 flight delays.