Indiana – Wet pavement, low clouds, and shifting winds set the tone early as central Indiana slides into a sharp winter pattern change during peak holiday travel. Roads stay damp through the day, but conditions turn more aggressive late Sunday as strong storms sweep in, followed quickly by plunging temperatures that raise concerns for black ice.
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, a strong cold front pushes through central Indiana Sunday afternoon and evening. Gusts may exceed 50 mph, with a few thunderstorms capable of brief severe wind. Rain changes to a rain-snow mix late, with little accumulation expected but rapid cooling behind the front.
Indianapolis, Lafayette, Kokomo, and Anderson should plan for deteriorating travel Sunday evening into early Monday. Windy conditions persist as temperatures fall into the 20s. Wet roads may freeze quickly, especially on bridges, ramps, and untreated surfaces. Spotter activation is possible Sunday evening as storms move through.
By Monday, scattered snow showers remain possible, mainly north of I-70, while brisk northwest winds keep wind chills in the single digits. To be fair, snowfall totals stay light, but the impact comes from timing. Melting daytime moisture refreezes after dark, increasing crash risk during return trips and end-of-year travel.
Looking ahead, calmer but cold conditions settle in midweek. New Year’s Eve Wednesday trends dry and cold, with lingering clouds and temperatures near freezing. New Year’s Day 2026 opens quiet but wintry.
Traveling Sunday or early Monday? Slow down, allow extra braking distance, and keep winter kits ready. Seeing slick spots where you live? Let us know what conditions look like near you.
Five-Day Weather Outlook – Indianapolis, Indiana
Sunday: Windy, showers, thunder possible, high near 67
Sunday Night: Rain changing to snow, breezy, low near 21
Monday: Chance of snow showers, windy, high near 27
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, cold, high near 27
Wednesday (New Year’s Eve): Mostly cloudy, high near 36
