live radar | Accuweather Alert: On March 30, 2025, there is a threat of bad weather due to strong storm in Chicago

Chicago - On Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 7:10 am PDT, the Chicago region is ready for a dynamic weather day, in which accuweather alert is effective. The ABC7 meteorologist Tracy Butler has warned of the possibility of strong to a fierce storm on this afternoon, and urged the residents to be vigilant. With the look of real -time radar on the developing system and updates coming from reliable sources, whatever you should know about today's forecast is here, in which the latest developments, experts, insights and what to expect to expect.

Severe storms and snow threaten Chicago in dramatic weather shift

morning conditions: fog with drizzle

The day began with fog and light drizzle in the Chicago region, the pattern is expected to continue till around 7:00 AM CDT (5:00 AM PDT). In some areas, visibility has decreased, especially in the edge and lower suburbs of the Michigan Lake, which led to a sad start on Sunday in late March. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) Chicago office, this early moisture is the precursor to the more active weather system coming from the south-west.

From 7:00 am to 11:00 am, the forecast changes slightly. Tracy Butler noted that sporadic rains are likely, there may be a little but heavy rainfall in between. Although not yet serious, these early rains indicate the growing instability of the atmosphere - which is an important component for later events later.

Danger of afternoon: Fierce storm on horizon

The main event is scheduled for this afternoon, the ABC7 weather team has described the significant time from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM CDT (11:00 AM to 3:00 PM PDT) for significant times from strong to serious storms. Real-time radar data received from the Accuweather and NWS Storm Prediction Center (SPC) suggests that a range of storms with thunder in central Illinois is developing, which is ready to move north-east towards the Chicago Metro region.

 Severe weather risk

 Hurting winds: Winds may move at a speed of 60–70 mph, which can threaten trees, power lines and external structures.

 Big hailstorm: Oles of more than 1 inch diameter with the most powerful storm may fall, especially in the south of the city.

 Tornarden at different places: Although the risk of tornado is low, it is not zero. There is a slight threat to the areas around Kankaki and the north-west Indiana.

 The SPC has placed most parts of the Chicago region under Level 2 (minor risk) for severe weather, while the areas of Kankaki and South are placed under Level 3 (increased risk). The northern suburbs near Wisconsin fall under Level 1 (minor risk). This layered system reflects the gradient of the intensity of the expected storm throughout the region.

 Temperature reference

 Despite the stormy possibility, the temperature is climbing above 60 - which is a warm discrepancy for the end of March. According to Dr. Victor Jensini, a meteorological professor at the University of Northern Illinois, it is promoting the instability required for severe weather, combined with high humidity. "Hot, moist air mass colliding with a near cold air is a classic setup for unstable spring storms," says Jensini.

Regional Description: Where will the most impact of the storm will be

The latest updates suggest that the remote southern suburbs - such as Jolit and Crete - and North -Western Indiana, including Gary and Valpariso, are targeted by the most intense storms. Chicago may see heavy rains and strong winds, but when you move towards Evanston and Canosha, Visconsin north, the serious risk decreases slightly. The post posted on X by local weather enthusiasts confirms this, in which users such as @Windycitywxman note "Southern suburbs on the northern edge of action".

 The live radar of the ABC7, which performs 24/7 streaming, provides the real -time view of the progression of the storm. Till this morning, the system is gaining strength on the middle Illinois, showing some areas of radar rotation on which meteorologists are closely monitoring.

results: Cold innings with rain/snowfall

When the storm stops by Sunday evening, the weather is likely to dramatically cool. Butler has predicted that there will be rain/snowfall from night to Monday morning, causing a hindrance to traffic, as the temperature may fall to 30 ° C. NWS estimates that ice will be lighter - less than an inch in most areas - but wet roads may freeze in some places, which can lead to slippery conditions.

 This rapid change underlines the infamous weather shock of midwests. Jensini says, "March is the month of war here." "Hot air moves north, the cold air moves south, and we get stuck in the crossfire."

opinion and current data of experts

SPC's Day 1 Convative Outlook, updated on 1:00 AM CDT, corresponds to Butler's forecast, which highlights 15% of harmful winds within 25 miles of any point in Level 2 zone. The probability of hailstorm is 5%, the possibility of tornado is less than 2% - less but not negligible. These figures reflect a system that is powerful but not widespread outbreaks.

 Addressing a layer of insight, Dr. Jensini said: "The lack of strong wind gust is under control, but the warm temperature and moisture can still give some amazing results." This subtle approach highlights the uncertainty inherent in real -time forecast.

dispute and local discussion

As the storm is hovering, some Chicagos are discussing about the preparations. Recently the ABC7 report mentions the high alert position of COMED, with the employees placed on the standby for potential outage - reactions induced by previous criticism on slow restoration during bad weather incidents. On X, users such as @Chicagomweather are urging their followers to "stay cautious", increasing the feeling of urgency.

 Meanwhile, time for outdoor programs cannot be worse than this. With the increase of spring programs after winter, hailstorm and air risk have worried the organizers. A local program employer told ABC7, "This is disappointing." "We have just come out and now it happened."

Stay informed: Resources and Updates

For the latest information, look at the 24/7 live stream of ABC7 Chicago or see the NWS Chicago website for official advice. The radar devices of the accuweather provide a user-friendly way to track storms in real time, while the SPC provides a detailed approach to weather experts.

 As of now, no monitoring or warning is applicable, but it may change by noon. Keep an eye on the sky and your phone for the latest alert.

final movement

March 30, 2025, is becoming a classic day of the midwest season: unexpected, sharp and slightly chaotic. Fog from morning to stormy afternoon and night, cold winds, Chicago dwellers will have to face a wild ride. Be safe, be updated and be prepared for everything that comes in our way by mother nature.