Indiana starts the morning under a biting cold, with dry air stinging faces and roads already stiff with frost.
Wind slides across open ground. Exhaust hangs low. A high-impact winter pattern is taking hold across central Indiana.
A Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect through late morning for much of the region. Wind chills have dropped to 10 to 20 degrees below zero, making even brief outdoor exposure risky. Frostbite can develop quickly on exposed skin.
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, a Winter Storm Warning takes effect midday today and continues through early Monday morning. Snow spreads in steadily and becomes heavy at times, with 6 to 10 inches expected, and isolated totals reaching 12 inches, especially across southern portions of central Indiana.
Snow intensifies this afternoon and evening. Visibility drops sharply during heavier bands. Road conditions worsen quickly on I-65, I-70, I-74, and I-465, where compacted snow and blowing flakes reduce traction. Travel may become very difficult, with the Monday morning commute likely impacted.
Temperatures remain locked in the teens Sunday, limiting melting. As traffic packs snow down, icy layers develop underneath. Flash freezing becomes a growing concern as winds increase and colder air deepens behind the system.
By Monday, snow tapers but the cold tightens its grip. Highs struggle near 10 degrees, with wind chills remaining dangerous. Crews may need extra time to clear roads as cold air slows treatment effectiveness.
Looking ahead, bitter cold lingers into midweek. The 6–10 day outlook keeps Indiana below normal, even as storm chances gradually ease after Monday.
Plan now. Delay unnecessary travel and prepare for prolonged winter impacts. How are conditions where you are this morning?
Five-Day Outlook: Indianapolis, Indiana
- Sunday: Heavy snow at times. High near 16°F
- Monday: Cold, lingering snow early. High near 10°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, very cold. High near 23°F
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, cold. High near 16°F
- Thursday: Partly sunny, cold. High near 16°F
