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Warm Halloween Expected as Chicago Enjoys Unseasonably Mild October
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Recent Warm October Trend
Chicago has experienced one of its warmest Octobers in decades. Forecasts from the NBC 5 Storm Team note that temperatures have lingered in the upper-60s to low-70s, with a brief dip to the 50s before warming again. The National Weather Service (NWS) also projects highs of 70 °F to 74 °F for the weekend of October 24–25 and even warmer readings on Sunday, October 25.
Upcoming Halloween Weather Outlook
Meteorologists expect the holiday to be mild and mostly dry. Daytime highs are projected near 68 °F, well above the climatological normal of 56 °F. A light chance of showers is noted for the evening, but models show the rain-free period aligning with typical trick-or-treating hours. A stronger system may approach early next week, but it is not expected to affect Halloween.
Data & Statistics
- Forecast high for Halloween: ~68 °F (NBC 5 Storm Team).
- Normal high: 56 °F (NWS).
- Weekend (Oct. 24–25) highs: 70 °F–74 °F; Sunday, Oct. 25, highs 72 °F–77 °F.
- Monday, Oct. 26, highs 65 °F–75 °F as clouds build.
- Overnight lows expected in the low-50s to mid-40s across the region.
Official Statements & Responses
NBC 5 Storm Team meteorologist Iisha Scott explained that the north-south temperature gradient will keep the southern suburbs near 70 °F while the northern areas remain in the upper 50s to low 60s. The NWS forecast reinforces the expectation of mostly sunny skies with only a slight rain risk later in the day.
Verbatim Quotes
- “That's really good for this time of year, because you know we could really get anything,” — Iisha Scott
- “Don't be surprised if the kids catch a couple of rain drops on Halloween,” — Iisha Scott