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Daily Weather Brief for 3 July 2026: Chicago Conditions and Planning Notes

A source-grounded city weather brief for Chicago with planning notes for readers.

By Jessica Storm · July 3, 2026
Email Reporter
Daily Weather Brief for 3 July 2026: Chicago Conditions and Planning Notes
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CHICAGO | CGN News is publishing a city weather brief for Chicago using official National Weather Service forecast data.

Today and tonight

Chicago: Today — Showers And Thunderstorms Likely; near 87°F; wind 5 to 10 mph SSW; Showers and thunderstorms likely after 7am. Partly sunny. High near 87, with temperatures falling to around 85 in the afternoon. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. Tonight — Showers And Thunderstorms Likely; near 73°F; wind 5 to 10 mph SW; Showers and thunderstorms likely before 4am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Forecasts can change quickly. Readers should check current National Weather Service forecasts, warnings and local emergency information before making travel, school, work or event decisions.

Additional Reporting By: National Weather Service; NOAA

What This Means

Readers should treat this as a planning snapshot, not a replacement for official emergency instructions. Check current forecasts, alerts and local authorities before travel, outdoor work, school activities or public events.

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