The long-awaited Memorial Day weekend got off to a fantastic start in Chicagoland with splendid weather on Saturday. However, it appears that the remainder of the weekend may not be as pleasant, as forecasters predict a potential threat of severe weather.

According to the latest weather blog update, Sunday is expected to bring two rounds of showers and storms to the area. The first round was already making its way through the western suburbs early Sunday morning. The second round is projected to move through later in the day, from approximately 4 to 10 p.m., and has the potential to be strong or severe.

While temperatures are expected to remain warm throughout Sunday, it will be significantly cloudier compared to the previous day. As the day began, temperatures in Chicagoland were in the upper 50s to lower 60s, with highs expected to reach the low to mid-70s. Memorial Day itself also holds the possibility of showers and storms, with temperatures predicted to stay in the low 70s.

As we head into the new week, Tuesday's forecast brings a chance of showers and thunderstorms, with high temperatures near 70. However, the weather outlook quickly brightens up, with more sunshine expected on Wednesday and highs in the mid- to upper 60s. Thursday continues the trend with sunny skies and temperatures remaining in the mid- to upper 60s. As we approach the weekend, temperatures are set to warm up to the mid- to upper 70s, with a slight chance of showers late Friday and into Saturday.

Overall, the Memorial Day weekend is likely to be marked by unsettled weather as showers and storms make their way through the Chicagoland area. However, the region can look forward to a return of sunshine and warmer temperatures as the new week begins. Stay tuned for further updates on the weather as it develops.