CHICAGO (CBS) — Mild temperatures are in the forecast this weekend in Chicago. 

Highs on Saturday peak around 50 degrees, while Sunday temperatures hover in the middle 40s. 

After a rainy end to the week, Chicago is finally in for a break from the rain. Expect cloudy sky conditions with rain returning late overnight. Overnight through Sunday, waves of rain will rush through as a weather system moves in. The highest rainfall accumulations are expected to be east of I-55. About 0.5" to 1" of rainfall will be possible. 

Temperatures remain in the 40s as we close out the year 2024. However, on New Year's Eve, we will be tracking a system that could bring us a rain/snow mix. New Year's Day will be much colder, with a high of 32.

Forecast at a glance

Today: Rain ends. Lots of clouds. High of 51. Breezy.

Tonight: Rain returns. Areas of Fog. Low of 40.

Tomorrow: Periods of Rain. High of 44.