What is today's weather forecast for Ransom, IL?

Today's forecast for Ransom shows a low of 14 degrees Fahrenheit. Mostly clear, with a low around 14.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Ransom, IL?

The 7-day forecast for Ransom shows highs from 28 to 47 degrees and lows from 12 to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 2 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Ransom, IL this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Ransom this week. Precipitation chances: Wednesday (50% chance), Thursday (80% chance).

How accurate is the Ransom weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Ransom forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Ransom, IL Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Station

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17°F
Feels Like 17°F

Humidity 94% Dew Point 16°F Wind Calm Barometer 30.21 in.

Report from a MADIS/MESONET weather station 10.6 mi. W of central Ransom
at 10:45 PM Mon, Dec 15, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

MonDec 15

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ThuDec 18

80%

FriDec 19

SatDec 20

SunDec 21

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7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

Significant warming trend with high temperatures climbing from 36°F to 36°F, reaching a high of 47°F. Some precipitation possible with wintry mix on at least one day.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 1°F above the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around 37°F with lows around 21°F.

This Date in Weather History

1945 - A record December snowstorm buried Buffalo, NY, under 36.6 inches of snow, with unofficial totals south of the city ranging up to 70 inches. Travel was brought to a halt by the storm.

Ransom, IL 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Monday Dec 15

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 14. South southwest wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 10 mph.

Tuesday Dec 16

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 36. South southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 28. South southwest wind 5 to 15 mph becoming west after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.

Wednesday Dec 17

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 38. West wind 5 to 10 mph becoming south southeast in the afternoon.

Night: A 50 percent chance of rain after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 30. Breezy, with a south southeast wind 10 to 15 mph increasing to 15 to 20 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph.

Thursday Dec 18

Day: Rain before noon, then a chance of rain and snow. High near 47. Breezy. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 12. Breezy.

Friday Dec 19

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 28.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 22.

Saturday Dec 20

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 43.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24.

Sunday Dec 21

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 36.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 26.

Monday Dec 22

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 40.

About Ransom, IL

Ransom is a village in LaSalle County, Illinois, United States. The population was 308 at the 2020 census, down from 384 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Ottawa Micropolitan Statistical Area. It is part of the subregion known as Streatorland.

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