Indianapolis, Indiana – A volatile shift in weather could disrupt Sunday evening plans across Indiana, with strong to severe thunderstorms expected to develop after 3 p.m. and intensify into the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, a surge of warm air pushing temperatures into the low 80s will collide with a strong cold front moving across the state Sunday afternoon. This setup creates favorable conditions for severe storms, especially along and south of the I-70 corridor.
Communities including Terre Haute, Bloomington, Columbus, and areas near Seymour face the greatest risk for large hail and damaging wind gusts that could exceed 60 mph. Indianapolis and Lafayette remain in a lower, but still notable, risk zone where storm strength will depend on how quickly the front advances. The threat window centers on late afternoon through the evening hours, with storms capable of rapidly intensifying.
Drivers on I-65, I-69, and I-70 should prepare for sudden downpours and reduced visibility, particularly during peak travel times. Residents are urged to secure outdoor items, charge devices, and stay alert for warnings as storms approach.
The severe threat will taper off later Sunday night as the cold front exits, with cooler, more stable air settling across Indiana by early Monday. Additional alerts may be issued as conditions evolve.
