Indiana Weather: Rain Showers Expected Tonight With Cooler Temperatures Ahead

INDIANAPOLIS — Rain will move into Indiana tonight, bringing measurable showers and ushering in a noticeable cool-down for the rest of the week.

Rainfall Arriving Overnight

A cold front moving in from the northwest will push showers into the state after 9 p.m., especially in northwestern counties. By midnight, the Indianapolis metro area will see widespread showers with a few rumbles of thunder possible.

Forecasters say rainfall totals could reach a quarter to three-quarters of an inch before showers taper off by early Thursday morning. While severe weather is not expected, motorists should plan for slick roads during the late-night and early commute hours.

Thursday Brings Clearer Skies and Cooler Air

As the front clears the state, Thursday will see clearing skies and much cooler conditions. Afternoon highs will drop into the upper 60s and lower 70s, marking a sharp contrast from the mid-80s earlier in the week.

Clouds will continue to thin throughout the day, leaving a crisp and comfortable fall-like feel across much of Indiana.

Looking Toward the Weekend

Friday will remain quiet with partly cloudy skies before another weak front late Friday night could spark a few light showers. The weekend forecast looks dry and seasonably cool, with highs in the lower 70s both Saturday and Sunday.

Next week’s outlook keeps temperatures slightly below average, with highs holding in the mid-70s. By mid-month, conditions are expected to return closer to normal, with warmer afternoons possible.

Indiana residents can look forward to a refreshing change in temperatures after tonight’s rain. Stay tuned to ChicagoMusicGuide.com for more daily weather updates and regional forecasts.