Indianapolis, Indiana – Thunderstorms may rattle central Indiana by Tuesday night, prompting weather spotters and emergency planners to stay alert through midweek.
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, Saturday begins a stretch of unsettled spring weather, starting with gusty winds and showers that taper by evening. Winds could reach 20 mph Saturday as clouds gradually clear. After a mostly sunny Sunday, confidence is growing for storms Tuesday and Tuesday night, with the potential for severe activity and heavy rainfall.
Southern and central counties—especially along the I-70 corridor—could see the worst impacts, including strong lightning and downpours. While the exact severity remains uncertain, NWS has already issued a hazardous weather outlook and urged spotters to prepare for Tuesday monitoring. No storms are expected Monday, but warm highs near 80°F will set the stage for stronger systems.
5-Day Forecast Snapshot for Indianapolis (April 26–30):
- Saturday: High 63°F, breezy with clouds clearing
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 68°F, calm
- Monday: Sunny and warm, high 80°F
- Tuesday: Showers and storms likely after 2 p.m., 70% chance
- Wednesday: Showers continue, 40% chance, cooler with a high near 72°F
