INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – A calm, crisp morning in central Indiana signals one of those deceptive late-fall stretches — warm sun by day, chilly air creeping back in by weekend’s end. By Friday, Indianapolis will climb near 62°F under bright skies, the kind of mild break that tempts fall yard crews and early holiday decorators outdoors before another cold front knocks temperatures back down.
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, south winds will strengthen through Friday afternoon, pushing a final burst of warmth into the metro and along I-70. Clouds will thicken late Saturday as the next system sweeps through, bringing a chance of light rain and gusts near 25 mph. The front will usher in a much cooler Sunday, with highs struggling to reach the low 50s and lows tumbling into the mid-30s by Monday morning.
Drivers should watch for slick, wet pavement late Saturday night, particularly on bridges and rural roads across Marion, Hendricks, and Hamilton counties. Wind chills could dip into the upper 20s early Monday, signaling the region’s next brush with frost before Thanksgiving week travel ramps up.
Residents are encouraged to bring in potted plants, check tire pressure ahead of the colder mornings, and plan leaf cleanup before winds pick up. For now, the weekend begins mild — but ends with a sharp reminder that winter’s edge is closing in fast.
Five-Day Forecast for Indianapolis, IN:
Fri: 62/52 – Mostly sunny; breezy south winds near 15 mph.
Sat: 69/42 – Clouds increase; late rain chance, gusty at night.
Sun: 53/34 – Windy and cooler; clearing by afternoon.
Mon: 54/40 – Mostly sunny; frost possible early.
Tue: 55/41 – Cloudy periods; light rain possible late.
