Cloudy, cool and blustery is the name of the game in Indianapolis this morning, with temperatures hovering near 44°F and light rain still hanging on. The showers should taper off through Friday morning, but north-northeast winds gusting up to about 24 mph will keep things feeling raw and could slow the morning commute in exposed stretches. Many spots will pick up roughly a half to three-quarters of an inch of rain before skies start to brighten and the afternoon high edges up to around 46°F.
Today And Through The Weekend
Rain is expected to shut down by mid-morning, though clouds will be stubborn and linger into the afternoon, according to the National Weather Service, which is calling for new rainfall totals of 0.5-0.75 inches in some neighborhoods. Tonight brings the coolest air of the short-term stretch under mostly clear skies, with lows near 30°F. Saturday turns the corner with sunshine and a high near 50°F. By Sunday, southerly winds return, pushing temperatures into the low 60s and kicking off a noticeably warmer pattern into early next week.
Afternoon Winds And Travel Tips
Those gusty north winds are not just a nuisance for your ears. Unsecured patio furniture and lightweight trash bins may go for a short walk if you leave them unattended, so bring them inside or weigh them down if you can. Wet roads from the morning rain can stay slick longer than you think, so give yourself extra braking distance and ease up for standing water in low spots. If you are catching a flight, check with your airline or the Indianapolis Airport for status updates before you head to the terminal.
Next Week: Big Warm Up And Storm Chances
Temperatures jump sharply on Monday and Tuesday, with highs near 72°F on Monday and close to 80°F on Tuesday as the southerly flow strengthens. The next solid shot at showers and thunderstorms looks to roll in Tuesday night into Wednesday and could feature heavier rain and gusty winds. It will be worth keeping an eye on the timing and any updated watches as the system approaches. For the latest developments and timing, follow updates from the National Weather Service.
Bottom Line
Bundle up for a cool, blustery Friday morning that steadily improves into a more comfortable weekend, then be ready for a warm, storm-prone stretch early next week. We will post updates if the timing or strength of those storms starts to shift.
