Indianapolis is getting a sampler platter of late-winter weather today: cloudy skies and about 34°F early this morning, with a quick shot at light snow before 7 a.m. today. Most spots will only see a dusting to a few tenths of an inch, and whatever falls should melt by mid-morning. Skies turn mostly sunny later, with a high near 49 and lighter winds than the gusty stretch expected later in the week.
The overall pattern flips fast. A brief warm-up is set to push highs into the upper 50s to near 60 on Friday, and Saturday looks mild before a more complicated system rolls in late Saturday night into Sunday. That next round could bring rain, a wintry mix, and pockets of accumulating snow Sunday night into Monday. Timing and precipitation types are still shifting, so any impacts are still a bit of a moving target. According to the National Weather Service Indianapolis, Thursday morning’s snow should have only marginal impacts, but the late-week system is worth keeping an eye on.
Morning Commute
Any wet flakes that do fall early should melt quickly once temperatures nudge up, but elevated surfaces can be stubborn. Bridges, overpasses, and ramps may stay slick into the early rush hour. If you are driving, build in a few extra minutes and take it easy on those elevated sections.
Afternoon Into Friday
After the passing flurries, expect increasing sunshine and light south-southwest winds this afternoon, with highs near 49 making it feel noticeably more comfortable than recent days.
Friday brings a more pronounced warm-up and a bit more attitude from the wind, with south-southwest breezes around 5 to 13 mph and gusts up to about 23 mph. It will feel milder, but also blustery at times, so it is a good idea to secure any lightweight outdoor furniture, trash bins, or decorations before they try to relocate themselves down the block.
Weekend Outlook
Saturday should stay mostly dry and on the mild side, though clouds will build in the afternoon ahead of the next system. Saturday night may start off as rain, then transition to snow later in the night, with a better shot at light accumulating snow Sunday night into Monday. Forecast models are still wrestling with the exact track and amounts, so expect details to shift. If you have travel plans Sunday night or Monday morning, plan around changing conditions and check for updated forecasts before heading out.
What To Do
For now, the to-do list is simple: secure loose outdoor items before Friday’s breezier weather, allow a little extra time on the roads Thursday morning, and check updated conditions before any Sunday night travel.
For earlier coverage of the setup behind this pattern, see our previous story on the windy warmup. If you or someone you know needs a warm place to go during winter weather, the statewide 2-1-1 service can connect you with local warming centers.
