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It appears fall's not ready to give way to winter quite yet and, in fact, it feel like the Spring we never quite had. Gorgeous, sunny skies are overhead with that bright, little guy we call the sun. Temps will warm themselves up to 70 today for the warmest temps in almost a month and a half (tomorrow is already looking like more of the same, as well). So we think this is Mother Nature's make-up gift to us, her "sorry about taking away your spring and making the first half of your summer cold and wet" gift. If so, we accept it. Now if you'll excuse us, we have some bike riding to do.

It's cloudy now but don't worry, the sun is coming out later. And when the clouds do break, it's going to start warming up. How warm? Hard to say, we're not weathermen, but Skilling Sayz it's going to get into the mid 60s and maybe even near 70 by tomorrow. The National Weather Service is a bit more modest in their forecast, but either way, we're shaking the chill for a few more days so enjoy it.

Today will be one of those lovely fall days we've been blathering on and on about lately. Clear skies and seasonal temps - highs in the low-to-mid 50s - are the forecast so that means some pleasant weather for whatever you've got going on today. Tonight is more of the same with lows in the lower 40s and clear skies. There's a warm-up coming this weekend; how warm we're not quite sure as there's a 10-degree difference between different forecasts for Saturday, but it'll be warmer than today. We feel safe saying that.

After such a gorgeous fall day yesterday, today is a little less impressive. Not that we're totally against rainy days; they serve their purpose. But it's just a bit harder rolling out of bed and finding that motivation we need on these cool, gray days. Such is life. There are scattered showers about the area this morning and they'll remain here and there throughout the rest of the day. Highs will only reach the upper 40s again today and lows tonight will be in the lower 30s. But it looks like we may be headed for a warm-up just in time for the weekend. We can dig it.

It may be cool but it'll at least be bright. A ton o' sun is expected today even as this morning's lows were some of the coolest temps we've seen so far this season. And in spite of the bright, sunshiney day, highs might not even crack 50 in a lot of spots. But, we will not complain. Two months from now, a high in the upper 40s will seem downright summer-like, so we'll take it while we can. Clouds will allegedly roll in later this evening and there's a chance of a passing shower overnight with lows in the upper 30s.

Scattered showers across the area are a gentle wake-up for some while, for others, cloudy skies are enough. We begin November on a cool note today as, even as the showers depart and clouds eventually break, we'll still only reach the lower 50s today. And it'll be even colder tonight when lows fall into the lower 30s.

Not that it's a bad thing. Most of us are shaking off hangovers from indulging in too much booze or candy. We'll get a nice day to lay about, watch movies or the Bears game, and recover. Though if you do make it outside, the weather is going to cooperate. Highs should reach the lower 50s and we should see a good amount of sunshine. Clouds thicken later in the day but the threat of rain isn't enough to worry about. And, more importantly, now that Halloween is done and gone, let's start focusing on what really matters: turkey.

After that brief warm-up at the end of the week, a chill is in the air once again as we head into the heart of fall. But with the chill's return also comes the return of that happy little guy we call "The Sun." He'll be well known this morning but clouds could increase as the days goes on and highs will struggle to reach the upper 40s with gusty winds making it feel even cooler. Tonight, lows will drop to the mid 30s so be sure to bundle up, especially if you're going partying dressed as a slutty "_________."

According to CBS 2, anyway. Some uplifting news to end our work-week with.

We're waking up to a whole lot of wet today as the soaking rain from overnight moves out, leaving us with a flood advisory. We'll see a break in the rain this morning and then, around lunch, we could see more showers move through. If anything, at least it'll be warmer with highs in the mid-to-upper 60s, though hang on to your umbrellas and hats as we can expect some gusty winds, too. The windy conditions will continue with us into the night, when we'll see lows drop to around 40 as cooler air returns. But enough about that, you've got a Halloween costume to plan. Right?

If there's one nice thing we can say about today, it's that at least it's going to be a bit warmer than the last few. Highs will reach the mid-60s under cloudy skies for a day that's pretty meh. But the real fun begins later tonight when rain moves in. While we don't expect to have as big a flooding threat as they will down-state (and even further south), get ready for plenty of rain and wind from late tonight all the way through tomorrow. But, there's no need for the umbrella quite yet, so hang tight; today is the proverbial "calm before the storm."

It's been a lousy weather week so far but it's about to get a little bit better. It's a dark and cloudy start right now, but don't you worry, sunshine, things are a-gonna clear up. Throughout the day, the clouds will break and give way to a large, yellow orb that produces light. We hear it's called, "The Sun," and it terrifies us. Sometimes it warms us, though just a little bit today as highs will reach the upper 50s. Tonight, clear skies will be in order and lows fall to the upper 40s.

As we close in on this Saturday's Fall Back, ending Daylight Savings Time, we're reminded of how rude it is to wake up when it's dark out. Not that it matters because we're closing in on that part of winter when we only have something like four hours of light a day anyway. Skies will be mostly cloudy today with a slight chance of showers, though those chances increase as the day continues, especially into the late afternoon hours; highs will be in the upper 50s. There's a better chance of rain tonight, when the lows will be around 50. To our friends at Phillyist, may we wish you and your city a happy birthday on this, the 327th anniversary of the city's founding.

Yesterday's mix of clouds and sun deteriorated into an unpleasant steady, cold rain last night, returning us back to the ugliness that we've been dealing with much of the fall (if not much of the year). Lo, to have the mighty Sun back again, to shine on our faces and warm our cheeks before we descend into winter's cold, frigid grasp. And for Bears fans, a gloomy day is even gloomier. Highs will reach the upper 50s today and there's a 50 percent chance of showers. As we head into the evening hours, the chance of rain remains while lows will fall to the upper 40s. The only solace we can find at so early an hour is that today is the 63rd birthday of one Mr. Pat Sajak. Give that wheel an extra spin for us tonight, Pat.

Second verse, same as the first. It'll be another day of cloudy skies with a chance of showers. Of course, we saw the clouds break and the sun shine yesterday afternoon, so who knows? Maybe we'll get a little sun again? Highs should inch up to near 60 today and will drop back into the 50s tonight as we remain under cloudy skies with, yes, a chance of showers. And it looks like more of the same as we head into the work week.

It's a typical, gloomy fall Saturday for the first part of the weekend. There are still scattered showers around the area but they'll be clearing up by the afternoon when we'll be left with cool, cloudy conditions. In a word: blergh. Highs around the area probably won't even crack 50 today and tonight lows drop to the lowers 40s under, yes, cloudy skies. Obviously, the Dementors who kept us cool and cloudy this summer have returned.

We've been soaked the last 24 hours and, if there's any good news, it's that the rain will be moving out, slowly but surely, throughout the morning. Behind it will be gray skies and gusty conditions. Winds will be in the 15-25 mph range with gusts of up to 35 mph occasionally. Highs will reach the upper 50s across most of the area. It's just another gloomy day, as the chance of rain lingers into tomorrow. But, for you chemistry nerds, Happy Mole Day!

Dark. Damp. Dank. Dreary. Dismal. The 5 D's. That's what today is. Cloudy skies and plenty of rain to go around. And it might be around for a while. Temps will ever so slowly fall throughout the day, reaching 50 by late this afternoon, with the rain continuing overnight and lows in the upper 40s. Frisky west winds will hit 15 mph at time.

Today could be the warmest we've had in weeks as highs may crack 70 for the first time all month. There's scattered rain across northern Illinois this morning but most of that should move on by mid-day and skies should become partly sunny. Enjoy the warmer weather because a cold front moves through tomorrow bringing back the chillier weather and some rain. If there's any good news, it seems an El Nino winter may be in effect this year, meaning a warmer and drier than usual winter, running counter to what we heard earlier this year. One can only hope. And for all you Devil in the White City buffs out there, today is the anniversary of the World's Columbian Exposition's opening ceremonies, which happened in 1892, though construction delays prevented the fair from opening until the following year.

Overcast skies welcome us this morning, the sunshine of yesterday now hidden behind a layer of gray. Still, there's the benefit of warmer temps, with highs in the mid 60s. Mostly cloudy skies remain with us in to the overnight hours, when the slightest chance of rain after midnight will accompany lows in the mid-to-lower 50s and light southwest winds. It was also 206 years ago today that the Louisiana Purchase was ratified. Hooray for America!

After a chilly first half of October, we'll finally see temperatures around normal levels today as highs will reach the mid-to-upper 60s under sunny skies. It'll be pleasant, but it'll also be windy as we'll see winds of 15-to-20 mph during the day. Tonight, some clouds roll in and lows will be in the lower 50s. It's a welcome break from what - according to Skilling - has been the coldest start to October in 133 years. Later in the week, we could see some hefty rain from the remnants of Hurricane Rick, due to make landfall along Baja California.

The forecast says clouds. Our eyes say sun. In the long run, it'll probably be something in between. So let's just say a mix of clouds and sun! As we cross mid-day the chance of rain decreases. In fact, by late afternoon, it may just be more sun than clouds. Highs will only reach the mid 40s and tonight, as skies become partly cloudy, the mercury will sink to the low 30s.

A damp chill continues its hold on the area. Scattered light rain will continue over the area through mid-day. Highs will struggle to reach the mid-40s, remaining well below normal temps this time of year. Lows tonight will drop to around 40 but some brisk winds will add to the chill. It's a yucky start to the weekend, but Skilling insists some milder air is awaiting us on the other side of Sunday. And if you're in the mood for celebrating, get down for World Food Day.

Another dark, damp, dank, dreary day for Chicago. Off and on rain showers coupled with highs in the mid 40s will give us an unseasonable chill for mid-October. If there's any glimmer of hope, it's that by Monday we could crack 70 degrees once more. Still, those warmer summer days are a distant memory far too soon. We dig the autumn, but were hoping for a gentler transition. Tonight, the chance of rain continues with lows in the lower 40s. Also, with the fears over the spread of H1N1, perhaps it's best to point out that today is Global Handwashing Day. Good hygiene, folks. That's the key.

It's one of those mornings when it's really, really tough to get out of bed. It's dark, there's rain here and there, and it's cold. What better place to stay than under the covers? Alas, there's work to do, so here we are. The chance of rain today is best through around 1 p.m., but it'll be cloudy all day and highs will only reach the upper 40s, keeping our streak of unseasonably cool days intact. Tonight, lows drop into the lower 40s and the chance of rain returns after midnight.

The one thing we've never liked about Tuesday is that it so often feels like a repeat of Monday. In fact, there's not much to like about Tuesday at all. Well, except for the weather which, today, will be alright. Highs will be up around 50 and skies will be partly sunny all day. Clouds move in again tonight while lows drop into the lower 40s and the chance of rain increases after midnight. And on this day 26 years ago, the first cell phone network was launched right here in Chicago by Ameritech Mobile Communications (later called AT&T).

Today's weather doesn't care that it's Columbus Day and that some of you have the day off. It doesn't care that the kids are home. And it doesn't care that so many of us still have to trudge into the office. Today's weather is going to be meh and we're just going to have to either follow suit or do our best to fight it. It is Monday, after all. There won't be any snow as had previously been predicted; highs will soar to around 50 degrees today. But clouds will hang overhead for most of the day not helping our mood. What will help is that clouds should break sometime later this evening and overnight, paving the way for a much sunnier Tuesday...before the chance of rain rolls in later in the week. Lows tonight will be around 40.

It was a chilly start to the runners of this year's Chicago Marathon, a far cry from the heat that marred the race two years ago. The unseasonably cool air that's been with us will remain in place and is even a little cooler today; highs won't top 50, reaching only the upper 40s. Skies, however, will be sunny so that might help you feel a bit warmer as you get out and about. Clouds move in later in the day and into the overnight hours and there's even a chance of a shower here or there after midnight. Lows should fall to around 40.

Rainy. In the 50s. Hm, sounds familiar. Only the twist on today is tonight our temps will drop into the 30s. Man, this blows.

So Tom Skilling mentioned yesterday there's a chance of snow on Monday? That figures, we got robbed of a decent summer and now fall is only going to last a week and a half? Ugh. We wish we could give you some better news this morning but today's weather looks to be rainy and bleak, with temperatures in the mid 50s. Tonight looks about the same. Double ugh.