Early May 2026 is trending colder than average across Indiana, bringing risks of frost, especially in the northern region. Low temperatures may dip below 35°, requiring growers to monitor crops closely. While, according to data from the National Weather Service, the average last freeze in Central Indiana is mid-April, late-season freezes can still occur, such as a record-setting 27° in early May 2020.
Monday kicks off the work week as our warmest day. Monday morning will remain dry and warm with temps climbing into the low 70’s. A late afternoon cold front could trigger some late evening thunderstorms and a wind/hail risk. The NWS Storm Prediction Center has central Indiana in a Level 1 risk for sever storms…
A line of strong thunderstorms is progressing NNE across the state and making its way towards Madison County and the City of Elwood. This band of storms is currently under a Severe Thunderstorm Warning in multiple counties West and South of Indianapolis. This storm is producing strong winds gusting to 65 mph, small hail and…
Temperatures will climb Sunday as Central Indiana sits on the warm side of a frontal boundary that will continue to push North. Hot and humid air from the South will send temps well into 80’s Monday and Tuesday. With the warm moist air comes the chances for multiple rounds of sever weather. Tuesday being the…
Isolated strong to severe storms are possible on Friday afternoon into early evening. Damaging winds are the primary severe threat. On Monday, a stronger system will bring a better chance for severe thunderstorms from late afternoon into the overnight.
The NWS Storm Prediction Center has western Indiana under a Level 3 risk for severe storms Monday evening. Storms will likely weaken as they move east with the rest of Indiana currently under a Level 2 risk. The first wave of scattered thunderstorms will begin to emerge after 1:00 pm Monday. After the first wave,…