Indianapolis, Indiana – Damaging winds and the threat of isolated tornadoes are set to hit Central Indiana Friday afternoon, with 50 mph gusts expected along major routes including I-65 and I-70.
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, strong to severe thunderstorms will develop across the region late Friday afternoon into the evening. These storms may bring damaging straight-line winds, isolated tornadoes, large hail, frequent lightning, and torrential rain.
Communities from Indianapolis to Bloomington and Muncie should monitor for watches or warnings after 2 p.m. Friday. Spotter activation is expected, and residents are urged to charge devices, secure outdoor items, and plan for possible outages or travel disruptions.
Storms will move east-northeast at 40 to 50 mph, making rapid development possible. Rainfall totals could exceed a quarter inch in some areas with locally heavier downpours in thunderstorms. Friday’s high will reach 88°F with southwest wind gusts up to 24 mph.
Looking Ahead:
Saturday will bring relief with sunny skies and a high near 71°F, though winds may gust up to 28 mph. Sunday remains dry and pleasant before rain chances return next week.
- Monday: Showers and possible thunderstorms (40% chance after 8 a.m.), high near 74°F
- Monday Night–Tuesday: Thunderstorms likely (up to 80% chance), with cooler highs in the low 70s
- Wednesday: Scattered showers, breezy with a high of 64°F
