Indianapolis, Indiana – Thunderstorms will rumble through central Indiana late tonight into Thursday morning, bringing lightning, downpours, and slippery conditions just in time for the early commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, scattered storms are expected to develop after 8 p.m. Wednesday and continue through early Thursday, especially along the I-70 and I-65 corridors. While no severe storms are forecast, cloud-to-ground lightning and wet pavement could impact morning travel through Marion, Hancock, and Shelby counties. Drivers should slow down and give extra space on slick roads.
Rain chances decrease by midday Thursday as a cooler, drier air mass arrives. Expect clearing skies by afternoon with highs in the low 70s—marking a shift toward more fall-like weather through the weekend.
Football fans and outdoor event-goers can breathe easy. Friday and Saturday look mostly sunny and dry, with temperatures topping out near 72°F during the day and dipping into the upper 40s overnight. A few isolated showers are possible late Friday night, but chances remain low.
No additional weather alerts are expected beyond tonight. Still, stay weather-aware in case additional lightning or localized heavy rain flares up.
Five-Day Forecast for Indianapolis, IN:
- Thursday: Showers early, clearing by afternoon. High: 71°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny. High: 78°F. Low: 52°F.
- Saturday: Slight morning shower, then mostly clear. High: 72°F. Low: 49°F.
- Sunday: Sunny and mild. High: 73°F. Low: 51°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, continued fall-like. High: 74°F.
