Most of the area will reach some of the warmest temperatures of the Spring on Monday (4/28), but that brings a threat of tornadoes and large hail to begin the week.
Tornadoes, Large Hail Threaten as Spring Temperatures Soar
According to the latest predictions from the National Weather Service, the Rockford region will have high temperatures in the low to mid-80s on Monday, with mostly sunny skies expected.
It will be breezy throughout Monday, with wind gusts over 40 mph likely. Along Lake Michigan in Chicagoland, a Gale Warning is in effect, with waves over 8 feet possible through Tuesday afternoon (4/29).
Cold Front to Trigger Severe Weather in Rockford Area
A cold front will move through the Rockford area late on Monday night and into Tuesday morning, bringing the potential for heavy rain, large hail, and tornadoes.
The latest forecast for the Rockford area from the Weather Channel is showing the risk is “likely” for severe weather today.
We are currently at the 2 out of 5 level risk for damaging winds up to 60 mph, large hail up to half-dollar-sized, and tornadoes…