Dangerous Heat in the Central U.S. and Northeast; Heavy Rainfall Across the Gulf Coast

A significant heat wave is underway for the Intermountain West, Northern Plains, and Upper Great Lakes, peaking in intensity through Tuesday. This heat is expected to be exceptionally rare and produce numerous high temperature records. Showers and thunderstorms with the potential to produce heavy rainfall and flash flooding is expected across the Gulf Coast. Read More >

Last Update: 250 PM CDT Mon Jul 13 2026

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Chicago, IL Local Forecast Office

7NM NNW Gary IN

Marine Zone Forecast

Late This Afternoon
Northeast winds around 10 kt becoming east. Sunny. Waves around 1 ft.
Tonight
Southeast winds around 5 kt becoming southwest by midnight. Clear. Waves around 1 ft.
Tuesday
West winds around 10 kt becoming northeast early in the afternoon then becoming east late. Mostly sunny. Waves 1 ft or less.
Tuesday Night
South winds around 10 kt becoming southwest overnight. Mostly clear. Waves 1 ft or less.
Wednesday
Northwest winds around 10 kt becoming north in the afternoon. Mostly sunny. Waves 1 ft or less.



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250 PM CDT Mon Jul 13 2026
 
 

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