LongCast

Thanksgiving Weatherin Chicago, Illinois

November 26, 2026 · Thursday

Long-Range Outlook

Cold with a few showers possible

Expected high

39–50°

Expected low

27–37°

Rain risk

Moderate

39% of past years

Confidence: LowTemperatures near normal

What will it feel like?

Expect a chilly day in Chicago. There's some chance of a passing shower.

What should I wear?

A warm jacket and layers. Consider an umbrella or light rain jacket.

Good day for…

  • BeachPoor
  • Theme parkPoor
  • Outdoor diningPoor
  • HikingFair
  • Outdoor eventPoor

What’s normal for this date?

Typical high
44°
Typical low
31°
Rain chance
39%

This outlook: temperatures near normal.

Past weather on this date

  • Last year (2025)46° / 31°
  • 5-year average40° / 28°
  • 10-year average43° / 30°
  • Warmest in that span53° (2022)
  • Coolest in that span19° (2021)

Details

  • Sunrise7:53 AM
  • Sunset5:22 PM
About this outlook

Based on historical weather and climate patterns for this time of year. The exact weather this far ahead can't be known — this shows what's most likely.

Sources: Open-Meteo historical archive (ERA5), past 10 years

Updated Tue, 06 Oct 2026 01:07:31 GMT