4-9-20 Tovar Freeport – Rockford: Windy and cooler today with a chance of very light precip, discussing precip chances this weekend. MG

IL Video:  

Here is a look at the past 24 hour rainfall amounts:

Here is a look at some storm reports from yesterday.

Here is a look at simulated radar from 7 AM this morning through 11 AM tomorrow morning.  Some light rain showers will be possible this afternoon.  A few flakes of snow may mix in as well.  Any precip is expected to be very light with minimal/ no accumulation.  No pavement impacts or refreeze issues are anticipated.

A windy day is expected with winds out of the northwest blowing around 15 – 35 MPH.  Gust of 40+ will be possible as well.  Here is a look the sustained winds around 5 PM today.

Here is a look at the sustained winds around 2 PM tomorrow.  NW winds will continue blowing around 10 – 25 MPH in northern/ eastern portions of the state.

Here is a look at simulated radar from 7 AM Saturday through 1 PM Monday.  Some generally light, hit and miss precip will be possible on Saturday before some better chances later on Sunday.  Some snow may develop closer into northern Illinois late Sunday.  Please watch the video for complete details on timing and risk.  

Here is a look at preferred rainfall amounts through the weekend.  More details discussed in the video.

7-day forecast:

Freeport: