Chicago weather: Near-record high expected today

CHICAGO - The record high for Chicago today is 56 degrees, set back in 1886.  

Today's weather is going to be close. I think we tie it. It will be mostly sunny and blustery.  

Tonight, a system passes to our south that may graze the area, mainly I-80 south, with showers long after dark.  

The weekend looks fine, just not as warm. Highs will be 40-44 with tomorrow being the sunnier of the two days. Above-average temperatures continue well into next week.