Lots of rain coming for Chicago as Cubs postpone Sunday afternoon game
Jun 21, 2026
The Cubs have postponed their afternoon game as a steady downpour heads for Chicago Sunday afternoon and through the evening.National Weather Service forecasters expect a "steady soaking rainfall" that could cause flooding in some parts of the metro area — particularly near and south of I-88.As a
result, the Cubs postponed their 1:20 p.m. game against the Toronto Blue Jays. The make-up game is scheduled for 1:20 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6.The weather agency also warned the impending storm could bring dangerous waves along Lake Michigan beaches. Some waves could crest between 4 and 7 feet, posing a threat to swimmers and creating choppy conditions for boats.The high Sunday is 72, and the low is 56.Conditions should be dry Monday and Tuesday, according to the weather service. A chance for storms returns Wednesday.
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