Breaking News: Unseasonably Warm May Weather Forecast for Chicago

Record-High Temperatures Expected

Prolonged Heat Wave to Blanket City

Chicago is bracing for an unseasonably warm May, with record-high temperatures and a prolonged heat wave predicted by meteorologists. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for the city, warning that temperatures will soar into the mid-90s this weekend and remain elevated for several days.

According to the forecast, daytime temperatures are expected to average 10-15 degrees above normal for the month of May, with overnight lows only slightly dipping into the 60s. The heat wave is expected to peak on Saturday, with temperatures potentially reaching 100 degrees.

Weather experts are urging residents to take precautions to stay cool and hydrated during the heat wave. Heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke, can be life-threatening. The city has opened cooling centers throughout the city where people can seek relief from the heat.

The unseasonably warm weather is attributed to a high-pressure system that is parked over the Midwest. The system is preventing cooler air from moving into the region and trapping warm air in place. Meteorologists are monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates as needed.