Indianapolis woke up Tuesday, March 3, 2026, to soup-thick fog, temperatures in the upper 30s, and visibility knocked down at Indianapolis International Airport and across low-lying neighborhoods. Patchy fog and slick streets are set to slow the morning commute as steady rain pushes in through midmorning. Drivers should budget extra time on side streets and in suburban low spots, where visibility and traction will both be working against them.
Rain Fills In Through Midmorning
The patchy early fog will gradually hand things over to widespread rain after daybreak, with steadier showers expected between about 8 a.m. and mid-afternoon. According to NWS Indianapolis, rain and lingering fog will hang around through the day, with highs near 50°F and a slight chance of isolated thunderstorms this afternoon. Brief heavy downpours are possible at times, which means reduced visibility and some extra spray on surface streets.
Flood Risk Builds Through The Week
The latest forecast discussion says repeated rounds of rain could stack up to several inches of total rainfall across central Indiana over the next week, with 3 to 5 inches possible in some spots. That raises the odds for minor river flooding and urban ponding, according to the NWS forecast discussion. If heavier bands keep parking over the same neighborhoods, localized flooding and standing water on roadways become the main concerns.
Commute And Airport Impacts
Fog is expected to keep visibility low through the morning, and on-and-off heavy showers will make for wet, slow-moving traffic, so give yourself extra time and stick with low-beam headlights. Pilots and air travelers should plan for periods of IFR conditions at KIND and check with airlines or the airport before heading out to avoid surprises.
Quick Forecast Snapshot
Today (Tuesday, March 3, 2026): High near 50°F with steady rain and patchy fog. Tonight: Low near 45°F with continuing rain. Wednesday–Thursday: Additional rain with highs climbing into the 60s by Thursday and gusts up to about 20–25 mph. Friday could turn much warmer into the 70s with more storm chances. Sunday looks drier and mostly sunny with highs near 64°F.
How To Get Ready
Leave early, slow down in low visibility, and steer clear of standing water on the roads. Residents in flood-prone areas should move valuables off ground floors and keep an eye on local official pages if the heavy rain sticks around.
