The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has reported dreary weather conditions for Thanksgiving, with areas of fog and mist contributing to lowered visibility across the city. Temperatures stood at a chilly 36°F with high humidity levels at 89%, setting a somber tone for the holiday. Despite the grey skies, folks can expect the fog to lift as the day progresses.
Thanksgiving celebrators might need to bundle up as they return home from their festivities; the temperature is expected to drop to a biting 24°F tonight. The wind chill factor makes these conditions feel even colder, dipping down to a wind chill of 29°F early this morning. However, those hitting the early sales on Friday will be greeted by mostly sunny skies, though temperatures will hover near a frosty 30°F, with gusts of wind reaching up to 23 mph, according to NWS.
Looking ahead to the weekend, snow flurries are possible with a 20 percent chance of snow on Saturday afternoon which could linger into the night. Even as Indianapolis residents wrap up their week, the brisk wind and a continued chance of light snowfall suggest winter coats and warm layers will remain the dress code.
For those planning outdoor activities or travel on Sunday, the forecast promises sunny skies, albeit the mercury not expected to climb much higher than 29°F. The beginning of the coming week doesn't offer much reprieve from the cold snap, with daytime temperatures barely cresting the freezing mark, and nighttime lows remaining in the teens. Residents may see a slight chance of rain and snow towards the middle of the week, as Wednesday presents a 20 percent chance of precipitation, with a high approaching the more moderate 40°F, as per the NWS forecast.
