Emily Wahls
Emily Wahls is the Chief Meteorologist at FOX 32 Chicago. She joined the WFLD team in September 2021.
Before coming to Chicago, Emily worked as the chief meteorologist for WILX in Lansing, Michigan. Prior to that, she spent seven years at WLNS, also in Lansing. During her time in Michigan, Emily covered everything from snowstorms and ice storms, to severe thunderstorms and tornadoes.
She attended Central Michigan University and graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology. In 2023, Emily earned the designation of Certified Broadcast Meteorologist from the American Meteorological Society.
Outside of work, she spends her time with her husband Donnie and daughter Maeve. Together they enjoy cycling, exploring all Chicago has to offer, and being outdoors.
The latest from Emily Wahls
Chicago weather: Localized flash flooding could be possible on Wednesday
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Chicago weather: Rain and storm chances return midweek
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Chicago weather: Showers and a few storms move in Friday
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7 tornadoes confirmed in Chicago suburbs during Monday's storms
The National Weather Service has confirmed at least seven tornadoes touched down in the Chicago suburbs during Monday's severe weather outbreak.
Chicago weather: Rain chances could impact Lollapalooza
Chicago’s pleasant weather continues Thursday for Lollapalooza before rain chances arrive Friday and Saturday, with sunshine returning Sunday.
Chicago weather: Storms end tonight and dangerous swimming conditions develop in Lake Michigan
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Chicago weather: Heat index values could rise to 100-105 this weekend
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Chicago weather: Warmer days ahead for Chicagoland with 90s returning this weekend
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Chicago weather: Dangerous swimming and boating conditions through Wednesday
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Chicago weather: Freeze Warnings and Frost Advisories have been issued for all of Chicagoland
Scattered showers are around the region this afternoon with chilly temperatures in the upper 40s and low 50s. Chicago's average high temperature for April 19th is 60 degrees, so most areas are running around ten degrees below normal today.