Warm Wednesday, storms possible late
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Very mild temperatures today. Heavy rain possibilities for Thursday.
Wednesday:
Clear skies for much of the state this morning, with a few clouds rolling over the northern half of the state. Temperatures are hovering in the mid/upper 30s up north, while temps are closer to the lower 30s where it’s clear.
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The rest of the day looks great, with extremely mild temperatures for this time of year. Clouds build through the day, and winds pick up a bit, gusting up to 25 mph at times. Highs should reach the lower 60s over much of the state.
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Wednesday night:
A warm front moving through will spark widespread cloud cover, along with a few scattered showers and thunderstorms – especially for the northern half of the state.
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There is a marginal risk for severe storms in far western parts of the state. Hail will be the primary concern.
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There is a possibility for some areas of fog developing through the overnight, too.
Thursday:
Widespread rain moves through as a surface low passes over the state. Expect on and off showers through much of the day, with a few thunderstorms possible, too. Heaviest rain threat likely comes for the second half of the day.
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Rainfall estimates range between 0.1″-0.5″ across the metro, with heavier amounts possible in southern parts of the state.
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Despite the rain and clouds, temperatures will remain well above average, topping out in the mid 50s.
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Friday:
Quiet weather with a shot of colder temperatures moving in. Highs hit the mid 40s.
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Weekend:
Coldest day of the extended will be Saturday. A weak cold front could bring in a few early morning flurries. The rest of the day will be bright with highs in the upper 30s/lower 40s. Temperatures will take a huge jump Sunday, as highs surge close to 60° to close the weekend.
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8 day forecast:
Very mild temperatures continue early next week, with highs in the mid 60s both Monday and Tuesday. Pattern turns active mid-week, with rain/storm chances and windy conditions, too.
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