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First Alert Weather

Temperatures will remain 10-15 degrees warmer than average.

Warmer Weather Continues As We Near Halloween

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Balint Szalavari
Here's a breakdown of a warm end to October and when we could see our next chance at rainfall.

Weather Forecast

Persistent warmth is expected to continue across central Illinois with highs in the mid to...

Warmth continues across central Illinois, but pattern change may be ahead

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Kimberly Gomez
Enjoy the quiet weather while it lasts. Central Illinois is likely to stay warm and mostly dry with only a couple of limited opportunities for showers.

Weather Forecast

We need quite a bit of rainfall in central Illinois to get back to normal

Small Changes In The Forecast

Updated: Oct. 25, 2026 at 7:09 AM CDT
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By Austin Feig
Some small changes are coming in the forecast

Weather Forecast

Warmer than average temperatures continue through next week.

70s Stick Around: Central Illinois’ Warm, Dry Stretch Continues

Updated: Oct. 24, 2026 at 11:11 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
Enjoy the stretch of dry weather! Temperatures will continue running above average through much of next week, with afternoon highs in the 70s and cooler nights in the 40s and 50s.

Weather Forecast

Rain chances are eventually forecast but they are small chances

Our Forecast Remains On Repeat

Updated: Oct. 24, 2026 at 6:25 AM CDT
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By Austin Feig
Similar forecasts moving forward

Weather Forecast

Above normal temperatures continue through the weekend and early next week.

Sunshine & 70s: Central Illinois’ Warm Streak Continues!

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 10:14 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
For now, enjoy the sunshine and warmer weather while it lasts!

McLean County

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Sensible salting tips for the upcoming winter snow season

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 9:58 PM CDT
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By Angeles Ponpa
As winter approaches, the organization is encouraging municipalities and residents to reduce unnecessary salt use to prevent further contamination.

First Alert Weather

Daytime highs will remain 10-15 degrees warmer than average through the weekend.

Warmer Weather Continues Into The Weekend

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 11:22 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Highs will continue to trend 10-15 degrees warmer than average.

Weather Forecast

Stretch of dry and above normal temperatures will continue through the weekend.

Enjoy stretch of dry, above average October weather

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 10:35 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
Enjoy the stretch of mild, dry weather while it lasts! Temperatures will remain warmer than normal through early next week.

First Alert Weather

Our forecast remains on the warmer side into the weekend. The main difference will be an...

On Repeat For The Late Week

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 11:43 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Quiet and warmer weather will continue into the upcoming weekend.
10 Day Forecast
10 Day Forecast

Weather Forecast

We are in a deficit for rainfall and we need quite a bit of it

Forecast On Repeat

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 3:02 PM CDT
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By Austin Feig
Hopefully you're a fan of yesterday's forecast as that continues today and for the next few days

First Alert Weather

Highs will trend 10-15 degrees warmer than average the rest of the work week.

Remaining Quiet And Comfortable

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 11:35 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Sunny and warmer weather remains in control.

Weather Forecast

Clear skies and cooler temperatures tonight

Stable Forecast For A While

Updated: Oct. 20, 2026 at 3:24 PM CDT
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By Austin Feig
Our forecast stays nearly the same for a while

First Alert Weather

Warmer than average temperatures will remain in control over the next five days.

Warmer Temperatures Continue With Plenty Of Sunshine

Updated: Oct. 20, 2026 at 11:22 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Here's the latest on our sunny and warm forecast.

Weather Forecast

Mostly clear skies but because of the clearer skies we cool down considerably.

Warmer Than Usual Weather

Updated: Oct. 19, 2026 at 3:47 PM CDT
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By Austin Feig
Mild weather but much warmer than usual

First Alert Weather

Temperatures will steadily climb throughout the work week.

Unseasonably Warm Weather Returns This Week

Updated: Oct. 19, 2026 at 6:03 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Warmer than average temperatures will settle back in this week.

Weather Forecast

A surge of warmer air will lead to unseasonably warm temperatures through the work week.

Fall is in the air but a taste of summer is on the way

Updated: Oct. 18, 2026 at 10:43 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
For now, grab that extra layer for the morning and get ready for a noticeable warm-up as we head into the middle of the week.

Weather Forecast

A surge of warmer air will send temperatures climbing well above normal next week.

Sunshine, chilly mornings and a big warm-up ahead for central Illinois

Updated: Oct. 18, 2026 at 2:41 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
For now, enjoy the sunshine, but keep the jacket handy during the chilly mornings. After a taste of fall, central Illinois is heading toward a stretch of unseasonably warm weather.

Weather Forecast

A surge of warmer air will send temperatures climbing well above normal next week.

Grab the plant covers, then the sunglasses: Warm temperatures ahead

Updated: Oct. 17, 2026 at 11:31 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
A chilly night could bring patchy frost to parts of Central Illinois, but sunshine and a surge of warmer air will send temperatures climbing well above normal next week.

Weather Forecast

Temperatures will trend up and up over the rest of October

Cold Morning But Warming Soon

Updated: Oct. 17, 2026 at 6:37 AM CDT
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By Austin Feig
Downright cold this morning but we'll warm up over the next few days

First Alert Weather

Frost Advisory in effect from 1-9a.m Saturday. Bring any sensitive plants indoors.

Frosty Nights Ahead Before a Warm-Up Arrives in Central Illinois

Updated: Oct. 16, 2026 at 10:28 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
Plan for a chilly weekend and keep an eye out for frost, especially Saturday night. Warmer weather is on the way, with temperatures climbing toward 80 degrees by the middle of next week.

First Alert Weather

Lows in the mid to lower 30's are likely tonight, brining the potential for our first frost of...

Gusty And Cooler For Our Friday, Patchy Frost Possible Tonight

Updated: Oct. 16, 2026 at 2:52 PM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Gusts up to 30-40 miles per hour today will bring the coldest temperatures of the season so far tonight.

Weather Forecast

We will have some gusty winds moving through Thursday night and through our Friday

Cooling Down And Getting Windy

Updated: Oct. 15, 2026 at 4:53 PM CDT
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By Austin Feig
Winds picking up into tomorrow

First Alert Weather

Temperatures will fall again on the back end of this evening's passing cold front. Patchy...

Rain Chances Return Today Ahead Of A Gusty Friday

Updated: Oct. 15, 2026 at 12:10 PM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Widespread rain is likely today followed a gusty end to the work week and the potential for patchy frost.

Weather Forecast

Showers will move through the area around noon tomorrow

Cooling Down Before We Warm Up

Updated: Oct. 14, 2026 at 7:10 PM CDT
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By Austin Feig
Getting cooler and rainfall expected tomorrow

First Alert Weather

Temperatures will get notably cooler compared to the last several days.

Temperatures Begin To Fall With Additional Rain Chances

Updated: Oct. 14, 2026 at 11:06 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Cooler temperatures, rain and gusty conditions are all in the forecast for the second half of the work week!

Weather Forecast

We have a marginal severe weather risk for tonight and early tomorrow

Temperatures Drop, Winds Pick Up

Updated: Oct. 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM CDT
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By Austin Feig
We'll return to fall temperatures soon but we also see some gusty winds

First Alert Weather

Temperatures will steadily fall into the weekend as a cold front passes through Central Illinois.

An Unseasonably Warm Tuesday Before Temperatures Begin To Tumble

Updated: Oct. 13, 2026 at 12:05 PM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Cooler air and rain chances arrive after another round of near record temperatures this afternoon.

Weather Forecast

We have the chance of severe weather tomorrow night

Changing Weather Soon

Updated: Oct. 12, 2026 at 4:14 PM CDT
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By Austin Feig
Hot currently but changes on the horizon

First Alert Weather

Temperatures will steadily tumble this week as rain chances return in the forecast.

Record Warmth Possible This Afternoon

Updated: Oct. 12, 2026 at 11:43 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
After the potential for record warmth today, temperatures will steadily tumble throughout the work week with the return of rain chances.

Weather Forecast

We board the temperature roller coaster for October

Much Warmer Than Usual But Changes Coming

Updated: Oct. 11, 2026 at 9:06 PM CDT
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By Austin Feig
It's warm and calm for now but changes coming soon

Weather Forecast

Near-record warmth expected early next week before a cooler air moves through.

Heat surges before rain, storms and a sharp cooldown

Updated: Oct. 10, 2026 at 5:25 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
A mostly dry weekend before summer-like heat builds Monday and Tuesday. Rain and thunderstorms could return by midweek then by next weekend temperatures are expected to take a sharp turn toward much colder, more seasonable conditions.

Tazewell County

Hurricane Isaias makes landfall

Central Illinois couple on Florida vacation experiencing hurricane for first time

Updated: Oct. 10, 2026 at 12:35 AM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
A Central Illinois couple found themselves in the path of the storm

Weather Forecast

Summerlike warmth continues through the weekend and near record warmth to kick off the work week.

Warmth continues Before Rain Chances and a Potential Cooldown

Updated: Oct. 9, 2026 at 6:22 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
Enjoy the warm and mostly dry weather through Monday but keep an eye on next week’s rain chances and the potential for a sharp temperature drop by next weekend.

First Alert Weather

After a few passing showers this morning, dry and sunny weather will return for the afternoon...

Unseasonably Warm Weather Continues

Updated: Oct. 9, 2026 at 11:19 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Morning showers will make way to afternoon sunshine and highs near 80.

Weather Forecast

Warm temperatures continue through early next week.

Warm Weather Continues in Central Illinois Before More Rain Chances Return

Updated: Oct. 8, 2026 at 4:20 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
Warm and increasing rain chances. Friday’s showers will be scattered, with the best chance across northern Central Illinois.

First Alert Weather

We will continue to feature more of a late summer feel in the forecast.

Remaining Warm And Mostly Dry

Updated: Oct. 8, 2026 at 11:08 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Rain chances remain limited as a whole as seasonably warm weather continues.

Weather Forecast

Above normal temperatures will continue through early next week.

Warm, Dry Stretch Ahead Before Isaias Remnants Bring Rain Chances

Updated: Oct. 7, 2026 at 10:42 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
several warm and dry days through Saturday, followed by a potential beneficial rain Sunday. The track of Isaias’ remnants will be key to determining who sees the most rain across Central Illinois.

First Alert Weather

We will trend a bit cooler Thursday on the back end of a dry cold front, but it will still be...

Remaining Dry As Warmer Than Average Temperatures Continue

Updated: Oct. 7, 2026 at 3:16 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari and Kimberly Gomez
A slight chance for rainfall is possible this weekend, otherwise warmer and dry weather will continue.

Weather Forecast

Above normal temperatures expected through the weekend.

Dry and above normal temperatures continue but rain could be on the way

Updated: Oct. 6, 2026 at 6:52 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
Mostly dry through the weekend with above normal temperatures and increases rain chances into the weekend.

First Alert Weather

Temperatures will trend warmer than average with a slight up and down trend expected.

Remaining Dry As Warmer Temperatures Arrive

Updated: Oct. 6, 2026 at 11:05 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Dry conditions continue as warmer than average temperatures remain in control.

Weather Forecast

Above normal temperatures will continue through the weekend.

Warm, Dry Stretch Continues Across Central Illinois

Updated: Oct. 5, 2026 at 5:41 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
Warm and very dry weather will dominate through the weekend.

First Alert Weather

We remain on repeat again with clear skies and comfortable temperatures.

Plenty Of Sunshine To Begin The Work Week

Updated: Oct. 5, 2026 at 3:02 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
We remain on repeat for our Monday with sunny skies and comfortable temperatures for the afternoon.

First Alert Weather

Temperatures will slowly warm over the next few days.

Remaining On Repeat Into The Work Week

Updated: Oct. 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Plenty of sunshine will continue as temperatures slowly begin to climb.

First Alert Weather

Plenty of sunshine continues today as high pressure remains in control.

Quiet And Comfortable Weather Continues

Updated: Oct. 4, 2026 at 3:27 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Our forecast will remain on repeat today into early next week.

Weather Forecast

Highs stay in the upper 60s low 70s early next week before climbing into the upper 70s midweek.

Quiet Weekend Then Warm-Up Ahead for Central Illinois

Updated: Oct. 3, 2026 at 4:29 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
Comfortable start to October, a chilly Monday night, then a steady warm-up near 80s by the midweek.

Weather Forecast

Mild temperatures will be expected this weekend then a brief warm-up midweek with highs...

Quiet and Mild Conditions Ahead Before a Warm-Up Next Week

Updated: Oct. 2, 2026 at 7:10 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
A quiet and dry weekend is ahead with sunshine and temperatures in the low to mid 70s.

First Alert Weather

Sunny skies and highs in the 70's can be expected this weekend. It will be a great weekend for...

Dry And Comfortable Weather Settles In

Updated: Oct. 2, 2026 at 3:04 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Sunny skies will return this afternoon as high pressure builds, setting us up for a beautiful weekend.

Weather Forecast

Once the rain moves out, cooler and drier weather settles in for the weekend.

Rain Moves Through Central Illinois Before Cooler, Drier Weather

Updated: Oct. 1, 2026 at 7:26 PM CDT
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By Kimberly Gomez
Plan for a wet night and a damp start to Friday, with most areas picking up around an inch or less. Once the rain moves out, cooler and drier weather settles in for the weekend.

First Alert Weather

Widespread rain, some of which could be heavy at times, continues today.

Rain Chances Continue Today Before Dry Weather Settles In

Updated: Oct. 1, 2026 at 9:50 AM CDT
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By Balint Szalavari
Heavy rainfall is possible today before a passing cold front brings dry weather back to the region for the end of the work week.
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