Expect Rain and Thunderstorms for the Next Six Days
A severe storm system moved through the Indianapolis metro area and produced a confirmed tornado. Intense rain, lightning and strong wind were reported. The storm was visible from at least three vantage points around the city.
Timing and threat window
The National Weather Service expects storms to return Tuesday afternoon and evening. The greatest threat runs from 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 31 to 2 a.m. Wednesday, April 1. Officials flagged damaging winds, large hail and an isolated tornado as primary hazards.
Forecast outlook
Expect Rain and Thunderstorms for the Next Six Days, according to the NWS outlook. Showers and thunder are likely across much of central Indiana through the week. A prolonged chance for rain remains in the seven-day forecast.
Wind concerns
Strong southwest winds are expected ahead of the storms. Gusts of 30 to 40 mph are possible, especially south of I-70. These winds could cause additional tree and power line damage.
Counties included in the hazardous outlook
- Bartholomew
- Boone
- Brown
- Carroll
- Clay
- Clinton
- Daviess
- Decatur
- Delaware
- Fountain
- Greene
- Hamilton
- Hancock
- Hendricks
- Henry
- Howard
- Jackson
- Jennings
- Johnson
- Knox
- Lawrence
- Madison
- Marion
- Martin
- Monroe
- Montgomery
- Morgan
- Owen
- Parke
- Putnam
- Randolph
- Rush
- Shelby
- Sullivan
- Tippecanoe
- Tipton
- Vermillion
- Vigo
- Warren
Daily forecast snapshot
| Day | Forecast | Temp / Chance | Winds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today (Tue) | Chance of showers and storms, mainly late afternoon and evening. | High near 79°F. 30% chance late. | SW 15-21 mph, gusts up to 34 mph. |
| Tonight | Showers and thunderstorms likely overnight. | Low near 59°F. 70% chance. | SW 9-13 mph, gusts to 24 mph. |
| Wednesday | Widespread showers with possible thunderstorms. | High near 68°F. 90% chance. | Southwest turning northwest. Gusts to 18 mph. |
| Wednesday night | Lingering showers and a chance of storms before morning. | Low around 58°F. 60% chance. | ESE winds near 9 mph, gusts 18 mph. |
| Thursday | Chance of showers with thunderstorms possible after 2 p.m. | High near 80°F. 50% chance. | South 11-22 mph. Gusts to 36 mph. |
| Thursday night | Higher storm probability, with heavier rainfall possible. | Low near 64°F. 90% chance. | SSW around 15 mph. Gusts to 26 mph. |
| Friday | Showers likely with periodic thunderstorms. | High near 76°F. 70% chance. | SSW 10-13 mph. Gusts to 21 mph. |
| Saturday | Rain likely and thunderstorms possible. | High near 76°F. 70% chance. | SSW 10-16 mph. Gusts to 30 mph. |
| Sunday | Chance of rain. Drier and cooler by afternoon. | High near 54°F. 40% chance. | Light winds. |
| Monday | Mostly sunny and cooler. | High near 56°F. Low rain chance. | Calmer conditions. |
Safety and monitoring
Residents should monitor local alerts and watches. Storm timing could change quickly. Sign up for location-based warnings to stay informed.
This report was prepared by Filmogaz.com using information from the National Weather Service. Check forecast.weather.gov for live updates.
