NORTHERN ILLINOIS — A significant warmup is set to unfold across the region over the next several days, with temperatures climbing steadily from the 60s on Sunday into the 70s Monday and approaching 80 degrees by Tuesday across many parts of Illinois.
Forecast maps show a strong warming trend developing statewide, with cities including Chicago, Rockford, Peoria, Champaign, Springfield, Effingham, Pontiac, and Moline all experiencing a noticeable jump in temperatures as the week begins.
While the warmer weather may feel more like late spring than early March, forecasters say this type of pattern can sometimes lead to more active and unstable weather conditions later in the week.
Sunday Brings Mild Temperatures Across Illinois
Temperatures on Sunday are expected to rise comfortably into the lower to mid-60s across most of the state…