Indianapolis, Indiana – Small hail and gusty winds could rattle parts of Indiana Thursday afternoon as isolated thunderstorms sweep across central counties, including Marion, Hancock, and Vigo.
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, storms are expected to develop Thursday afternoon, primarily over the southern Wabash Valley. Though severe weather is not anticipated, any thunderstorm could produce frequent lightning, localized downpours, and sudden wind gusts. Drivers along I-65 and I-70 should remain alert for wet road conditions and brief visibility loss during heavier cells.
Rain chances taper off by Thursday night, but a second wave of showers and thunderstorms could redevelop Friday. Friday’s storms may also bring isolated thunder and lightning, though no widespread severe activity is expected. Northwest winds will help dry things out slightly by Saturday.
Daytime highs will climb as the weekend approaches, peaking at 77°F Saturday and pushing near 87°F by Tuesday—marking the start of true early-summer warmth for Indianapolis and surrounding areas like Bloomington and Lafayette.
Five-Day Outlook:
- Thursday: High near 75°F with afternoon storms.
- Friday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms, high around 71°F.
- Saturday: Sunny and warm, high of 77°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny with highs near 78°F.
- Monday: Clear and summer-like, highs approach 83°F.
- Tuesday: High near 87°F and dry—warmest day of the week.
