A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for parts of the Chicago area.
Following Monday morning's round of severe storms, temperatures heated up quickly and most of the area topped out in the upper 80s to low 90s this afternoon. Once you factor in the high humidity, heat index values rose well into the 90s.Around 6 p.m., the National Weather Service put parts of Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin in the severe storm watch area.Some storms tonight may be strong or severe with damaging winds and hail being the primary threats.
After several days of extreme heat and humidity, some parts of Chicagoland will get relief on Tuesday. Highs will top out in the 70s north of I-80 tomorrow, but it'll still be warm and humid south of I-80. Highs south of I-80 could top out in the mid to upper 80s. There remains a small chance for a shower or storm on Tuesday, but most areas stay dry.The rest of the week looks calm and quiet with sunshine and highs in the upper 70s to low 80s Wednesday through Sunday.
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