CHICAGO (WLS) — ABC7 Chicago meteorologists are tracking the possibility for severe weather on Thursday.
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Wednesday was mild with temperatures into the 60s across the Chicago area.
There could be a shower or thunderstorm overnight, but most areas will stay dry with temperatures dropping into the 50s.
On Thursday, the forecast shows the storms will likely arrive to the Chicago area between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Some storms could be severe with large hail and wind as the main concerns.
The cold front is expected to drastically drop temperatures. Some locations could drop 20 to 30 degrees in one to two hours.
On Thursday, fans will pack Wrigley Field for the Cubs home opener against the Washington Nationals and first pitch is at 1:20 p.m.
The game could feature temperature starting in the 60s but then dropping into the low 40s by the last inning, meteorologist Larry Mowry said.
Temperatures will vary across the Chicago area, so meteorologist Jaisol Martinez highly suggests preparing with layers to keep warm.
Most of Cook County is under a Level 2 to 3 out of 5 for risk of severe weather.
There is small risk for a tornado well south of I-80.
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