Parts of the Chicago area Tuesday woke up to rain, rumbles of thunder and even some hail as lake effect showers swept through much of Northeast Illinois, with more rain expected through the afternoon,

Periods of rain are streaming into Chicago area off Lake Michigan as cold air sucks heat and moisture from the relatively warm water.

CHICAGO - Breezy conditions will continue throughout the day Sunday, with gusts up to 40 mph. Fire danger will be high. Temperatures will remain in the 60s. On Monday, expect cooler temperatures, with highs only in the 50s. Rain is likely, especially in southern areas and near the lake.

The Chicago area will get a glimpse into winter temperatures this week as a freeze warning and frost advisory go into effect overnight and into Wednesday. But even before that, some in the city saw signs of the seasons changing,