Indianapolis is starting Sunday under cloudy skies, with temperatures near 68 degrees and a damp feel in the air. Showers and thunderstorms may move through at times today, keeping the city cooler than a typical August afternoon. The high is expected to reach only about 75 degrees.
The National Weather Service puts the chance of precipitation at about 50% for Sunday, with the greatest risk from late morning through the afternoon. Rainfall should generally be light, though some locations could pick up between a tenth and a quarter of an inch. No watches, warnings or advisories are in effect.
Showers Fade Sunday Evening
Northeast winds will run from 1 to 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph. Rain chances taper after 5 p.m., with only a slight chance of a shower or thunderstorm before 8 p.m. Skies should gradually clear overnight as temperatures dip to around 64 degrees.
Sunny Start To The Workweek
Monday looks much calmer, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 80 degrees. Tuesday should be sunny as well, with temperatures climbing to about 82 degrees, while Wednesday reaches the mid-80s under generally dry conditions.
Rain Chances Return Late Week
Showers and thunderstorms become possible again Thursday through Saturday as warmer, more humid air returns. Highs are forecast to range from the low 80s Thursday and Friday to around 86 degrees Saturday, with periodic storm chances each day.
