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New model runs are in and Meteorologist DJ Baker takes a look at what they are suggesting for snow Saturday.


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A winter storm watch has been issued across the region for Saturday. Meteorologist DJ Baker has a look at the latest forecast below.


A winter storm will impact northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin very early Saturday morning through Sunday morning. Preliminary snow totals range from 4-7" a this time.


Wind gusts up to 50 mph are in the forecast for Wednesday, with a few flurries or snow showers. A more impactful snow event is taking shape this weekend, with the potential to see widespread snow across northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.


Temperatures will remain below average for the rest of the week, with a slight warm up as we head into Labor Day weekend. Our next and only opportunity for rain, looks to arrive overnight Wednesday and intoThursday as a cold front moves in from the north.

WIFR_FirstAlert's tweet image. Temperatures will remain below average for the rest of the week, with a slight warm up as we head into Labor Day weekend. Our next and only opportunity for rain, looks to arrive overnight Wednesday and intoThursday as a cold front moves in from the north.

Heading out to Sky Carp game tonight? Should be a comfortable night with increasing clouds and temps in the 70s.

WIFR_FirstAlert's tweet image. Heading out to Sky Carp game tonight? Should be a comfortable night with increasing clouds and temps in the 70s.

Our first taste of fall is just around the corner, as unseasonably cool air moves into the stateline. wifr.com/2025/08/21/dry…


As winds turn more to the northeast, a few sprinkles or light showers will be possible through mid day Wednesday. Otherwise, expect a mix of sun and clouds during the afternoon with highs near 80°

WIFR_FirstAlert's tweet image. As winds turn more to the northeast, a few sprinkles or light showers will be possible through mid day Wednesday. Otherwise, expect a mix of sun and clouds during the afternoon with highs near 80°

On and off showers and storms will remain in the forecast through early next week, with cooler and drier weather by next Wednesday wifr.com/2025/08/16/occ…


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Our weather stays pleasant through Thursday, with more heat and humidity by the end of the week. wifr.com/2025/08/14/tur…


After a few hot and humid days, strong to severe storms return to the stateline over the weekend, with the potential for strong damaging wind gusts, hail, and flash flooding. wifr.com/2025/08/09/hot…


An isolated shower or storm can't be ruled out tonight, but drier and hotter weather is expected for Friday with heat index values approaching 100°. wifr.com/2025/08/08/hot…


Temperatures will be rising to above average values with the hottest days being Friday and Saturday with heat index values close 100°. Storm chances will also be on the rise through early next week. wifr.com/2025/08/07/tur…


Temperatures are expected to rise throughout the week with the heat index hitting the upper 90s this weekend. wifr.com/2025/08/06/hea…


Warmer and more humid weather returns by mid to late week with temperatures running well above average for this time of year. wifr.com/2025/08/05/tem…


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