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Springlike Temps To Give Way To Rain, Winter Weather In Illinois
Expect a "push-pull between winter & spring," this week in Illinois, with a steep temp drop, rain and possibly snow.
ILLINOIS — With high temperatures in the low 50s possible Monday, the National Weather Service was warning Illinois residents to brace themselves for a "push-pull between winter & spring" this week as springlike temperatures giving way to frigid weather, plus rain and snow.
A dense fog advisory remained in place for much of Will and Cook counties until 2 p.m. Monday.
The warmer weather on Monday was expected to change to drizzle Monday night, with thunderstorms possible after midnight and a 100 percent chance of precipitation. Some areas could get up to half an inch of rain, the National Weather Service said.
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On Tuesday, storms and showers are possible before noon, along with areas of fog. By 5 p.m., temperatures will dip into the 30s, and more rain is expected Tuesday night.
A flash advisory was in effect for Will, Grundy and Kankakee counties until 6 a.m. Feb. 26.
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Wednesday, temperatures will drop even more, with a high near 25.
Thursday brings highs in the 20s and a significant chance of snow after noon.
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