Clouds are hanging around and the morning is starting off on the mild side in Indianapolis, with temperatures near 64°F at Indianapolis International Airport and a light northeast breeze. It stays dry today, with skies turning partly sunny and an afternoon high close to 81°F. Humidity is running lower than what we saw earlier in July, so the afternoon should feel a lot more comfortable for anything you have planned outside.
Weekend Warm-Up
Enjoy the relative break while it lasts. Temperatures climb into the low to mid 80s on Saturday, then jump into the 90s on Sunday, with a forecast high near 91°F. Monday is the day to watch, with highs near 95°F and peak heat indices expected to run around, or a few degrees above, 100°F. According to the National Weather Service Indianapolis, humidity will creep back up late in the weekend as a warm, moist airmass moves in, making it feel extra sticky.
Storm Chance Late Sunday Into Monday
Forecasters say a few passing disturbances could shake loose scattered showers and thunderstorms from Sunday night into Monday, although the exact timing and location are still fuzzy. If storms manage to organize, the main short-term threats would be gusty winds and brief heavy downpours, with guidance pointing to possible gusts up to about 20-22 mph around Monday night. If you have outdoor plans Sunday evening, keep an eye on the radar and be ready to head inside quickly if storms fire up.
Where To Cool Off
If your air conditioning is unreliable or nonexistent, public spaces like Indy Parks family centers and Indianapolis Public Library branches are commonly used as cooling options during heat events. For the latest word on which locations are activated and when they are open, call 2-1-1 or check Indiana 211 for current cooling center lists and hours. Stay ahead of the heat by drinking plenty of water, avoiding strenuous outdoor work in the mid-afternoon, and checking on neighbors who might be more vulnerable to high temperatures.
There are no watches or warnings in effect for Marion County right now, but conditions will be watched closely as the pattern shifts later this weekend. Any advisories or warnings will be passed along if they are issued, so keep following local forecast products and official guidance for the latest updates.
