Indiana wakes up to a biting 18-degree chill, and drivers are already spotting slick patches on untreated roads. Light flurries drift across central Indiana this morning, and northwest winds gust near 25 mph, pushing wind chills down to 3 degrees. Bridges and overpasses around I-465 and I-70 can turn slick fast, especially where yesterday’s melt refroze before sunrise. Slow down and give yourself extra space.
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, spotty flurries continue through midday with temperatures struggling to reach 30 degrees. Winds stay brisk from the northwest, keeping the air sharp and dry. No major accumulation is expected today, but even a dusting can create brief travel issues during the morning drive.
Skies stay mostly cloudy into Tuesday, then temperatures climb into the lower 40s by Tuesday afternoon. That warming trend feels welcome, but it sets up a midweek shift. By Wednesday evening, a 50 percent chance of light snow develops before 10 p.m., then mixes with rain into early Thursday. Lows hover near 31 degrees Wednesday night, close enough to freezing for slushy buildup on grassy areas and possibly slick side streets.
Rain becomes likely Thursday with highs near 42, then colder air returns Thursday night as readings drop into the mid-20s. Watch for flash freezing where water lingers on pavement.
Looking ahead, highs approach 50 by Friday and push toward the upper 50s by Saturday, hinting at early spring warmth across central Indiana into next week.
Five Day Outlook for Indianapolis, Indiana
Monday: Cloudy, high near 30.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 42.
Wednesday: Sunny early, high near 45; snow and rain chance late.
Thursday: Rain likely, high near 42.
Friday: Sunny, high near 50.
