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Daily Weather Brief for 4 July 2026: Chicago Conditions and Planning Notes

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

By Jessica Storm · July 4, 2026
Email Reporter
Daily Weather Brief for 4 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: Independence Day — Showers And Thunderstorms Likely; near 79°F; wind 5 to 10 mph ENE; A slight chance of rain showers before 9am, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 9am and 11am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny. High near 79, with temperatures falling to around 73 in the afternoon. East northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Tonight — Showers And Thunderstorms Likely; near 68°F; wind 5 to 10 mph N; Showers and thunderstorms likely before 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters 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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