Indianapolis, IN – Morning commuters are stepping into a damp chill across Central Indiana, with steady rain tapering and clouds beginning to lift. Streets glisten under early headlights, and brisk northwest winds push drier air across Marion County as temperatures settle in the mid-40s. The National Weather Service in Indianapolis reports that rainfall totals remain light — less than a tenth of an inch for most areas — but gusts could reach up to 25 mph before easing later in the day.
By afternoon, skies will begin to brighten, setting the stage for a calm and seasonable Halloween weekend. Highs will reach near 57°F Friday and dip to the upper 30s under mostly clear skies. Saturday brings partly sunny conditions with highs near 55°F — ideal for trick-or-treaters, fall festivals, and final lawn cleanups before colder November air moves in.
Looking ahead, Sunday stays dry and sunny, warming slightly into the upper 50s, but the long-range pattern shows signs of change. Meteorologists are monitoring a broad cold trough expected to deepen over the Midwest between November 8 and 21, potentially delivering the first measurable snow of the season to northern Indiana, Michigan, and the Great Lakes corridor.
For now, the weekend looks calm — crisp mornings, cool afternoons, and just enough sun to enjoy the last true days of fall before winter’s first knock.
