The unofficial last weekend of summer is here, and while a fall-like forecast may seem fitting, this week could bring the coldest day Chicago has seen in the month of August in the last decade.

While some suburbs away from the lake may reach 70 degrees Friday, it’s likely temperatures will stay in the 60s in the city and along the lakefront.

Here are the biggest takeaways for Labor Day weekend around Chicago:

Dangerous swimming conditions through Friday afternoon for all Lake Michigan beaches

Bright skies, light winds and low humidity expected through the weekend

Temperatures gradually rise through Labor Day

Friday

Mostly sunny with a cool northeast breeze around 10 mph. Afternoon temperatures stay in the 60s in Chicago and areas closer to Lake Michigan, while suburbs away from the

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