INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Damp leaves cling to cold pavement and a low, gray sky hints at winter’s approach. Indiana’s next system will bring a messy mix of rain and snow to central parts of the state, setting up a slippery Sunday for drivers and the first true taste of November cold.
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, rain will spread across the metro area late tonight and Sunday morning, gradually mixing with and changing to snow by afternoon. Temperatures will slide quickly through the 30s as cold air rushes in behind the front. While most accumulation should stay below an inch, forecasters warn that bridges and untreated roads could briefly turn slick, especially north of I-70 and into Boone, Hamilton, and Madison Counties.
The system exits by early Monday, leaving gusty northwest winds and highs barely reaching the mid-30s. Wind chills will dip into the low 20s—cold enough to remind Hoosiers that winter is now in play. Monday night will be even colder, with lows near 25°F under mostly clear skies.
Veterans Day looks calmer but brisk, with sunshine and highs in the mid-40s. Outdoor ceremonies should fare well, though a steady breeze will make it feel colder. By midweek, temperatures will rebound slightly, climbing back into the 50s under mostly sunny skies.
Residents planning early holiday travel or leaf cleanup should use the midweek lull for outdoor work before the next potential rain-snow system later in the month. For now, Indiana braces for its first winter tease of the season—one that could set the tone for a colder Thanksgiving stretch ahead.
Five-Day Outlook for Indianapolis, IN:
Sat: 57/37 – Increasing clouds; mild breeze.
Sun: 43/24 – Rain early; mix to snow.
Mon: 36/25 – Windy, cold; snow showers north.
Tue (Veterans Day): 44/33 – Sunny; cool and breezy.
Wed: 56/39 – Mostly sunny; gradual warmup.
