Chicago residents are preparing for a mixed bag of weather this week, with the National Weather Service (NWS) Chicago issuing a warning for potential thunderstorms and the chance for severe weather in the coming days. The forecast, obtained by the Chicago Weather Forecast, indicates mostly sunny skies today, but things are about to change with showers and thunderstorms rolling in on Tuesday morning.

The city will see temperatures rise to a high near 75 amid the tumultuous weather on Tuesday, followed by lower temps around 56 degrees on Thursday. Winds are expected to pick up, with gusts potentially hitting the 15 mph mark. An alert from NWS Chicago, detailed in a hazardous weather outlook, cautions residents about "Significant Thunderstorm Risk late tonight," which may come with a side of gusty winds and small hail.

Weather disturbances are set to continue throughout the week in the city. According to the NWS, there's a "Limited Severe Thunderstorm Risk" and potential for flooding on Tuesday and Wednesday. Similar conditions are expected to crop up again on Saturday, while hazardous conditions for small craft on Lake Michigan could kick in by Thursday and stick around to trouble Friday's marine activities.

NWS Chicago tweeted about the active weather pattern, stating that "Dry, milder weather is expected today, though onshore winds will keep things cooler along Lake Michigan." However, the peace is short-lived as "Shower and thunderstorm chances then ramp up from the west late tonight into Tuesday morning." Residents near Lake Michigan should keep an eye out and remain prepared for these changes.