Expect Rainy Weather to Impact Chicagoland Trick-or-Treaters This Halloween
As Halloween approaches, trick-or-treaters in the Chicagoland area may encounter some rain this Friday. However, the chances of staying dry while collecting candy are still viable.
Halloween Weather Forecast
The National Weather Service has noted that temperatures will reach the low 50s by 4 p.m. on Friday and drop to the mid-40s by 8 p.m. A few showers might occur in the afternoon and evening, but many neighborhoods are likely to remain dry.
Weekend Weather Outlook
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 54°F. West wind at 10 to 15 mph.
- Friday Night: Slight chance of showers before 7 p.m., then mostly cloudy with a low around 36°F.
- Saturday: 40% chance of showers, partly sunny, high near 50°F.
- Saturday Night: 20% chance of showers before 1 a.m., low around 36°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 53°F.
- Sunday Night: 30% chance of showers after 1 a.m., low around 40°F.
Looking ahead, Saturday marks the beginning of November. Average temperatures will decrease significantly throughout the month, dropping from 47.6 degrees Fahrenheit on November 1 to 35.2 degrees Fahrenheit by November 30. Snowfall is also a possibility, with an average of 1.8 inches expected for November.
Historical Snowfall Data
Historically, November experiences varying snowfall amounts:
- 1940: 14.8 inches (snowiest November on record)
- 2018: 12.7 inches
- 2019: 3.7 inches
- 2022: 1.1 inches
As trick-or-treaters gear up for Halloween, they should prepare for a brisk autumn evening, perhaps packing rain gear just in case.
