Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) could face FAA ground stops or delays this upcoming weekend. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) still hasn’t listed ORD for any ground stops or delays as of Friday, July 31, at 6:00 a.m. ET. However, the National Weather Service has recently issued a “Hazardous Weather Outlook” alert for the area, warning about possible thunderstorms and flooding for both today and tomorrow, Saturday, August 1.
Chicago O’Hare International Airport May Face FAA’s Ground Stops And Delays Amid Bad Weather
Travelers departing or arriving at Chicago O’Hare International Airport may face significant delays and cancellations in the coming days due to adverse weather. According to FlightAware data accessed on Friday, July 31, at 6:00 a.m. ET, ORD is now reporting only one cancellation and 28 delays, representing 2% of all departures. However, current data may not provide a clear picture, as the National Weather Service is predicting thunderstorms that could affect operations at this major hub.
The National Weather Service is reporting likely showers and possibly a thunderstorm for Chicago O’Hare International Airport. These are likely to occur after 4:00 p.m. today, meaning that travelers arriving or departing in the morning and early afternoon likely won’t be affected. The situation is likely to worsen this evening, with a 100% chance of precipitation tonight and rainfall forecast between three-quarters and one inch.
“There will be a chance of thunderstorms this afternoon and tonight. A few of these storms may approach severe limits southwest of a Rochelle to Kankakee line. Heavy rain may lead to localized flooding,” the National Weather Service’s Hazardous Weather Outlook states.
Rainfall is now expected to continue through Saturday. The National Weather Service is predicting “showers and possibly a thunderstorm,” with an 80% chance of precipitation. Good weather is forecast to return on Sunday, August 2, and continue through Tuesday night.
It’s important to note that the FAA hasn’t issued any ground stops or delays for ORD at present. However, travelers heading to this hub soon are encouraged to check the agency’s website for the latest news regularly and to monitor their airlines’ official apps for possible cancellations and delays.
