May 5 bike forecast: Possible gale force winds

Thursday: not bad. Forecast wrong. Who knew?

But Friday could be scary. Gale warning in effect until 7pm tomorrow, with winds up to 45 mph possible. Oy.

FRIDAY WEATHER INFOGRAPHIC:

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Watch out!

Overall: high 54, low 42. Cloudy. Winds 20-30 mph with higher gusts possible. Showers likely late at night.

Morning: low 40s, cloudy, high winds from the north

Evening: low 50s, partly cloudy, high winds from the north


Expected wind level:

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High.

Consider alternative forms of transportation.

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DIVVY REPORT: 

Western and Monroe out of service. Check here for real-time updates.


STREET CLOSURES

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PARTIAL STREET CLOSURES (click)


OVERALL COMMUTE RATING:

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1/4. If the forecast is right, we’re approaching the danger zone. Best to leave your deep-section carbon racing rims at home.

Enjoy your rides!

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