Indianapolis is waking up today to clear skies and a sharp chill, with early morning temperatures stuck in the mid-20s. Sunshine should do some solid work by midday, nudging readings into the low 50s this afternoon, with a high near 51°F. A light south-southeast breeze will help it feel noticeably milder than earlier this week.
Afternoon Winds and Tonight
Skies stay sunny through the afternoon as south-southeast winds run mostly between 1 and 8 mph, briefly picking up into the 5 to 10 mph range during the warmest part of the day. After sunset, temperatures slide back down to a mostly clear low near 31°F, with a lighter south-southwest breeze overnight.
Weekend Rain Likely
Scattered to widespread showers are likely Saturday night into Sunday morning (February 14 to 15), with the best coverage north of I-70 and rain chances around 60% in many neighborhoods. Most spots are looking at roughly a quarter to three-quarters of an inch of new rainfall, with locally higher totals near the Ohio Valley. The National Weather Service has highlighted the potential for moderate to briefly heavy rain rates late Saturday night and noted that melting snow could complicate runoff.
River Watch
As temperatures moderate, the risk of ice jams and localized rises on smaller streams is on the table, especially along tributaries and smaller rivers. If you live near a river or in a low-lying area, keep tabs on local advisories and river forecasts, and revisit our weekend flood jitters coverage for added context.
Plan Ahead
Morning commutes could feature some patchy fog, so build in a little extra time and stick with low beams if visibility drops. No watches or warnings are in effect this Friday morning, but Saturday night plans may need a backup, preferably one that includes an umbrella and a bit of flexibility. Looking ahead, milder air makes a more confident appearance next week, with highs expected in the upper 50s to around 60°F by midweek.
