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Indianapolis Star
26-06-2025
- Climate
- Indianapolis Star
The heat wave persists in Central Indiana again Thursday. Here's when it will be the hottest
The hot weather continues in Central Indiana as we enter day four of the heat advisory. On Thursday, temperatures will once again peak in the low 90s, but it may feel even hotter with a heat index value of 100, according to Aaron Updike, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Indianapolis. "Temperatures will be quickly rising this morning into the afternoon with highs around 90 to 92 across Central Indiana," Updike said. "With that, we are expecting some pretty high dew points and therefore humidity as well with dew points in the low 70s today. That should lead to heat index values around 100, so definitely a hot one out there. Especially for those without any kind of air conditioning." There are chances of showers and thunderstorms later in the day, but it is expected to mostly impact the northern half of the state. Summer in Indy: It's still hot. Really hot. These resources can help you get through the heat wave Hoosiers can expect it to be hottest from 2-4 p.m. on Thursday. Meteorologists have urged Hoosiers to stay indoors where it's cool and to drink plenty of water while the heat advisory remains in effect for dozens of Indiana counties. Indiana residents can call 211 or 866-211-9966 to find cooling centers near them. Indiana 211 is a helpline providing Hoosiers with the information they need to stay safe during the extreme heat this summer. You can find a list of current cooling centers in your area on Indiana 211's website. Report or add a cooling center by contacting the Indiana 211 resource team by email at in211database@ ☀️🌧️Thursday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2 p.m. Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 92. West southwest wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. ⛈️Thursday night: Isolated showers and thunderstorms before 10 p.m. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. South wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. ☀️🌧️Friday: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2 p.m. Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 101. Southwest wind 6 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. ⛈️Friday night: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 11 p.m., then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 11 p.m. and 2 a.m., then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. Southwest wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. 🌥️⛈️Saturday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2 p.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. West wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. 🌦️Saturday night: Showers likely before 8 p.m. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible. ☀️🌧️Sunday: A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 91. Light southwest wind. ⛈️Sunday night: A 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. South southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. John Tufts contributed to this report.
Indianapolis Star
25-06-2025
- Climate
- Indianapolis Star
Central Indiana will be hot (again) Wednesday. Here's what time the heat will be at its worst
A powerful heat wave continues to blanket Central Indiana under scorching temperatures Wednesday. Despite a chance for showers and thunderstorms, heat index values — what the temperature actually feels like — will be as high as 100 to 105 each day until Friday, June 27, according to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis. Meteorologists have urged Hoosiers to stay indoors where it's cool and to drink plenty of water while a heat advisory remains in effect for dozens of Indiana counties. Forecasters say it could be a while before temperatures cool off in Central Indiana. Here's how hot it could get on Wednesday, June 25. Story continues after photo gallery. Temperatures Wednesday will reach highs in the low 90s, but when you factor in humidity it will feel more like 100 degrees, according to NWS meteorologist Aaron Updike. Overnight temperatures, he said, won't help matters. "The thing that we're watching are the temperatures occurring overnight. They're failing to fall below 77 degrees most nights, and that's having a cumulative effect in not allowing those without air conditioning to get some relief," Updike said. "That causes a lot of stress on vulnerable communities." Indianapolis has opened several cooling centers with air conditioning to help residents avoid heat exhaustion. A full list of these centers can be found online at For Hoosiers who want to avoid the worst of the heat, Updike said, temperatures Wednesday will reach their hottest between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. That's when the heat, he said, will feel anywhere from 100 to 105 degrees across Central Indiana. The heat outside is awful: But what's the hottest day on record for Indiana? ⛈️⛅ Wednesday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2 p.m. Increasing clouds and hot, with a high near 92 and a low around 75. Heat index values as high as 100. Chance of precipitation is 40%. ⛈️☀️ Thursday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 94 and a low around 76. Heat index values as high as 101. ⛈️☀️ Friday: A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 11 a.m. Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 94 and a low around 74. Southwest wind 5 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. ⛈️⛅ Saturday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2 p.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 89 and a low around 73. Chance of precipitation is 60%. ⛈️☀️ Sunday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 91 and a low around 74. ⛈️⛅ Monday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 90 and a low near 71. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Indianapolis Star
19-06-2025
- Climate
- Indianapolis Star
Firefighter electrocuted, power still out after 80-mph storm hits Central Indiana
About 62,000 remained without power across Indiana June 19, according to AES Indiana and Duke outage maps, after parts of the state were hit with winds up to 80 mph the evening before. A 29-year-old Indianapolis firefighter was hospitalized after being electrocuted and falling about 12 feet while responding to a home with downed power lines and a tree limb on fire, according to a press release. He is now in stable condition. The line of powerful storms also caused nearly 300 buildings to be damaged and 60-mph-plus winds throughout Midwestern states, according to the National Weather Service of Indianapolis. No tornados have been confirmed. Meteorologist Aaron Updike said that could change as more damage reports come in today. Tippecanoe County is being investigated for a possible tornado, he said. Temperatures will reach the low to mid-90s the rest of the week. Updike encouraged those working outside to focus on heat safety, such as by taking breaks inside or under shade. Weather forecast: Next week's heat wave could feel as hot as 105 degrees in Indianapolis
Indianapolis Star
19-06-2025
- Climate
- Indianapolis Star
Firefighter electrocuted, power still out after 80-mph storm hits Central Indiana
About 62,000 remained without power across Indiana June 19, according to AES Indiana and Duke outage maps, after parts of the state were hit with winds up to 80 mph the evening before. A 29-year-old Indianapolis firefighter was hospitalized after being electrocuted and falling about 12 feet while responding to a home with downed power lines and a tree limb on fire, according to a press release. He is now in stable condition. The line of powerful storms also caused nearly 300 buildings to be damaged and 60-mph-plus winds throughout Midwestern states, according to the National Weather Service of Indianapolis. No tornados have been confirmed. Meteorologist Aaron Updike said that could change as more damage reports come in today. Tippecanoe County is being investigated for a possible tornado, he said. Temperatures will reach the low to mid-90s the rest of the week. Updike encouraged those working outside to focus on heat safety, such as by taking breaks inside or under shade. Weather forecast: Next week's heat wave could feel as hot as 105 degrees in Indianapolis
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Severe storms could bring tornadoes, egg-sized hail on May 16. Here's the latest forecast
The National Weather Service has "good confidence" that strong storms will move into Indiana at around 5 p.m. on May 16. Tornadoes are possible, with winds between 60 and 80 mph. Hail about 2 inches wide — roughly the size of an egg — is also possible. The strongest weather will hit between 5-11 p.m. Severe storm risk is highest in southern Indiana, including Bloomington, Terre Haute and Evansville. Storms will follow an otherwise bright and sunny May 16. Indianapolis' temperatures could peak as high as 88 degrees. Skies will be clear during the day, but storm clouds will rapidly form in the late afternoon and early evening. That's because the high temperatures will weaken the layer of air that usually prevents severe storms. "It's kind of like if you shake up a Coke bottle," NWS meteorologist Aaron Updike said. "It's all fine if you keep the cap on, but as you start to warm near the surface, it starts to take the cap off." It's important to have multiple ways to receive severe weather warnings, especially if you're outside enjoying the summery day. Temperatures will drop to around 60 degrees during the storms, ushering in an otherwise mild weekend. May 17 will be 71 degrees and sunny, and May 18 will be 76 degrees and sunny. There's a slight chance of showers overnight on May 18, but no severe weather is predicted. 🚨 Indiana Weather Alerts: Warnings, Watches and Advisories. ⚡ Indiana power outage map: How to check your status. 🚫 What you should and shouldn't do when the power is out. AES Indiana customers: 317-261-8111 Duke Energy customers: 1-800-343-3525 If you encounter a downed traffic signal or a limb blocking a roadway, contact the Mayor's Action Center at 317-327-4622 or online at When calling after hours, press "2" to be connected. Check road conditions, including road closures, crashes and live webcams using Indiana's online Trafficwise map at or visit our gridlock guide page for live traffic cams and more. INDOT's CARS Program provides information about road conditions, closures and width and weight restrictions. The website has a color-coded map of Indiana's highways and highlights hazardous road conditions and travel delays. The interactive map also shows road work warnings, closures, roadway restrictions and other information helpful to drivers. This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: May 16 severe storm outlook: Large hail, tornadoes possible
