Showers and Storms in the East; Dangerously Hot and Dry in the West

Scattered showers and storms are expected across portions of the Central and Eastern U.S. through the end of the week. Meanwhile, dangerous heat will intensify across the Desert Southwest and Intermountain West. Hot, dry weather and increasing winds will allow elevated wildfire conditions to return to the northern Intermountain West, where air quality issues persist from ongoing fires. Read More >

Hazardous Weather Conditions

Last Update: 253 PM CDT Fri Aug 7 2026

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Chicago, IL Local Forecast Office

8NM NE Gary IN

Marine Zone Forecast

Tonight
South winds 10 to 15 kt becoming southwest late. Slight chance of showers after midnight. Waves 1 to 2 ft.
Saturday
West winds 10 to 15 kt becoming northeast in the afternoon. Partly cloudy in the morning then clearing. Waves 1 to 2 ft.
Saturday Night
East winds around 10 kt becoming south overnight. Mostly clear. Waves 1 to 2 ft.
Sunday
South winds 10 to 15 kt increasing to 15 to 20 kt. Chance of showers and thunderstorms. Waves 1 to 2 ft.



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253 PM CDT Fri Aug 7 2026
 
 

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