Clouds, mid-40s, and already gusty: that is how Friday, March 13, 2026, is starting at Indianapolis International Airport, and it is only expected to get rowdier from here. Much of the metro is under a Wind Advisory, while northeast-central counties are under a High Wind Warning through this evening. Southwest winds will ramp up through the morning into the afternoon, with gusts strong enough to topple weak branches and make driving a bit of an adventure.
Afternoon Gusts And Warnings
The High Wind Warning covers parts of north and northeast central Indiana until 8 p.m. EDT and calls for southwest winds of 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. A Wind Advisory blankets the rest of the metro, where gusts are expected to peak near 45 to 50 mph. Officials say those gusts could snap tree limbs and trigger a few power outages, and they are urging drivers to use extra caution on the roads, according to the National Weather Service.
What To Expect On The Roads
For the afternoon commute, count on blustery conditions. High-profile vehicles will feel it the most, and sudden gusts could make for sudden lane shifts, especially if any brief showers cut visibility. Give yourself extra travel time, secure anything loose in your yard, and keep an eye out for airline or transit delays. The local forecast still calls for sustained southwest winds with higher gusts through the afternoon. You can find the detailed local outlook at the National Weather Service.
Weekend Shift And Severe Risk
Once we get past today’s wind, temperatures bounce back into the 60s to near 70 F on Sunday ahead of a strong cold front. That front is expected Sunday night and will drag in a round of showers and thunderstorms, with the potential for strong storms overnight. On the other side of the front, Monday turns much colder with a chance for rain to flip over to snow and gusty winds to keep hanging around, as noted by the National Weather Service.
Quick Safety Tips
Before the strongest gusts hit, bring in or tie down patio furniture, secure trash cans, and try not to park under large trees. Keep a flashlight and phone charger handy in case of a short outage. And keep checking in with local officials and National Weather Service updates through the evening in case any warnings or timing details change.
