Indianapolis rolled out of bed to a steamy start today with muggy, patchy fog hanging over the city. Temperatures sat in the low 70s, dew points were parked in the upper 60s, and visibility was knocked down for parts of the morning drive. The fog is expected to lift by mid-morning, with skies turning partly sunny this afternoon and a high near 86°F on a light north-northeast breeze.
Morning Fog, Sticky Commute
Patchy fog is likely to stick around through the early commute, especially in low-lying neighborhoods, where visibility can drop in a hurry. Drivers should flip on the headlights, ease off the gas a bit, and plan for possible slowdowns on bus routes as operators navigate through the murk. As the morning goes on and the air mixes a bit more, the fog should thin and conditions gradually improve.
Afternoon And Midweek Outlook
Tuesday shapes up warm and humid, with highs around 86°F and a north-northeast breeze near 5 to 7 mph. It will feel sticky outside, though not brutal. Wednesday, July 8, brings a repeat performance, with highs near 88°F and only a low chance for a stray afternoon storm, mainly in the far southern part of the area. If you are planning to be outside, the cooler morning hours are your best bet, or you can shift any heavy lifting indoors during the hottest part of the day.
Late-Week Storms And Flood Risk
Things start to change on Thursday, July 9, as a front is expected to stall over central Indiana and open the door to daily rounds of showers and thunderstorms. The most widespread activity is forecast from Thursday night into Friday, July 10. Slow-moving storms that repeatedly track over the same spots could drop brief but heavy downpours and lead to localized flash flooding, with ponding on low-lying roads and stressed gutters the main issues to watch. For timing details and any watches or warnings, check the National Weather Service Indianapolis.
Where This Fits With Our Coverage
This soggier pattern has been on the radar for a bit. Our July 6 update looked at how recent rain has left some streets saturated, and context on last week's downpours shows how low-lying neighborhoods handled the earlier rounds of wet weather.
What To Do Today
Plan on a slower start this morning to account for the fog, keep an umbrella handy for the late-week storms, and steer clear of any standing water if heavier showers roll through Thursday night into Friday. A quick check of updated forecasts and any new watches or warnings before you head out can help you dodge the worst of the weather and keep outdoor plans on track.
