A warm and breezy day is ahead on Tuesday, with highs in the mid-60s. Strong to possibly severe storms will move into the area on Wednesday evening, putting Chicago at a slight risk for strong or severe thunderstorms in the evening.

The Storm Prediction Center has placed most of the Chicago area under a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe storms between 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. The primary threats include strong winds and hail, but a brief spin-up tornado cannot be ruled out.