Indianapolis, IN – Heavy rain is expected to drench central Indiana starting Wednesday afternoon, with showers continuing into Thursday morning. Residents in Bloomington, Indianapolis, Terre Haute, and other nearby cities should prepare for potential flooding on roadways and slower commutes due to slick conditions.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service in Indianapolis, rain is set to begin after 1 p.m. Wednesday and intensify throughout the evening. Showers are likely to produce between half an inch and three-quarters of an inch of rainfall across central Indiana, with the heaviest accumulations forecast for Bloomington and Greensburg, which have a 75-80% chance of significant rainfall. Winds may also pick up, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph. Drivers should exercise caution on major routes like I-465 and U.S. 31, as roads may become slippery and visibility reduced.
The rain is expected to taper off by early Thursday afternoon, followed by mostly cloudy skies and temperatures near 56°F. For the remainder of the week, Indianapolis can expect slightly warmer conditions, with daytime highs reaching the mid-50s on Friday and Saturday. Clear skies and calm conditions are forecast for Friday, giving residents a brief respite before a 20-40% chance of showers returns over the weekend.
