Indiana — A sharp wind howls across open fields this morning, bending trees and rattling windows from Bloomington to Carmel. The Thanksgiving holiday starts brisk and blustery across central Indiana, with powerful west winds sweeping through — a sign of the season’s first true winter transition.
The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a Wind Advisory until 7 p.m., warning of gusts up to 50 mph. Drivers, especially those in high-profile vehicles along I-65, I-70, and I-69, should use caution as crosswinds may make travel difficult. Loose outdoor items and holiday decorations should be secured.
By Thanksgiving Day, calmer and brighter conditions return. Skies clear, and highs reach the mid-30s, making for a crisp but comfortable holiday for travelers and family gatherings. However, changes arrive quickly again by Friday night, when another system pushes in from the west — bringing a chance of light snow and rain that may linger into Saturday night.
Early indications suggest minor accumulation is possible north of Indianapolis, where temperatures will flirt with freezing. Even a dusting to an inch could cause slick bridges or early morning black ice by Saturday.
Sunday remains cold and cloudy, with highs near 40°F before a brief lull. Long-range models hint that a major Arctic front could sweep into the Midwest starting December 1–3, bringing sharply colder air and possibly the first significant snow of the season.
For now, enjoy the calm between wind gusts — and prepare for a quick shift from late fall to early winter as Thanksgiving weekend unfolds.
Five-Day Outlook (Wed–Sun)
• Today: Mostly cloudy, windy, 38°F.
• Thursday: Sunny, 35°F.
• Friday: Partly sunny, 33°F.
• Saturday: Snow/rain mix, 37°F.
• Sunday: Cloudy, 39°F.
