Weather

Rain on the way for Chicago area

By Laura Bannon

April 10, 2024 / 5:02 AM CDT / CBS Chicago

CHICAGO (CBS)-- Rain is on the way for the Chicago area.

Clouds increase throughout the day on Wednesday with highs climbing near 66 degrees. After a nice spring day, rain returns in the evening and continues throughout the day on Thursday.

Rain will likely be heavy at times, leading to localized flooding. Gusty breezes are expected to reach 30 miles per hour.

The rain tapers off by Friday morning.

Highs in the upper 60s and mid 70s for the weekend.

Laura Bannon

Laura Bannon is the weekday morning meteorologist at CBS2. A native of Chicagoland, Laura grew up in Naperville. She is an Emmy-nominated meteorologist and holds her NWA Seal of Approval.