INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – A crisp November sunrise brightens central Indiana this morning, with calm air and a chill still hanging over the city. The week begins dry and comfortable, but a shift toward wetter weather looms by late Thursday — signaling the next turn in the region’s early winter transition.
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, today’s highs will push near 60°F under partly sunny skies. Temperatures climb steadily through midweek, with Tuesday and Wednesday reaching the upper 60s to near 70°F. Southerly winds will strengthen each afternoon, gusting up to 25 mph at times — especially along I-70 and I-65 corridors, where crosswinds could nudge high-profile vehicles.
For now, conditions remain ideal for outdoor work, leaf cleanup, or early holiday decorating. The mild stretch continues into Thursday before the pattern breaks. NWS meteorologists expect clouds to increase late Thursday, followed by a 30–70% chance of rain through Friday. Some models hint at pockets of heavier showers or embedded thunderstorms, particularly south of Marion County.
Rainfall should ease into the weekend, but cooler air will settle in behind the system. Highs Friday fall to the mid-60s, with Saturday starting near 40°F — a noticeable drop that reminds Hoosiers winter’s edge is drawing closer.
Residents planning early Veterans Day travel this weekend should watch for damp roads and breezy conditions Friday. For now, the focus stays on this pleasant, dry stretch — a perfect window to prepare homes and vehicles before the next round of November chill arrives.
Five-Day Forecast for Indianapolis, IN:
Mon: 60/33 – Partly sunny; breezy west wind.
Tue: 62/50 – Mostly sunny; south wind increases.
Wed: 69/38 – Sunny and mild; gusty at times.
Thu: 61/48 – Partly cloudy; rain chances late.
Fri: 66/44 – Showers likely; cooler by evening.
