INDIANAPOLIS | Central Indiana begins the week with sunshine and mild temperatures before a more active pattern brings thunderstorm chances Tuesday through Thursday.
Monday
The National Weather Service forecast calls for sunny skies in Indianapolis with a high near 75°F.
West-northwest winds should remain around 5 to 8 mph.
Monday night will be mostly clear with a low near 57°F.
Tuesday
Clouds increase Tuesday, with scattered showers and thunderstorms possible after 2 p.m.
The high should reach about 76°F. South-southwest winds may gust to around 22 mph.
Rain and storms remain possible Tuesday night.
Wednesday
Wednesday begins partly sunny and warmer, with a high near 81°F.
Scattered thunderstorms may develop after 2 p.m.
The greater concern arrives Wednesday night, when showers and thunderstorms may become widespread.
Wednesday night and Thursday
Heavy rain is possible Wednesday night. The current forecast indicates 1 to 2 inches in some locations, with higher amounts possible in storms.
Southwest winds may gust above 30 mph.
Showers may continue into Thursday morning before conditions gradually improve.
Severe-weather potential
The hazardous weather outlook identifies possible severe weather Tuesday and Wednesday.
Exact timing and location will become clearer as higher-resolution forecasts update.
Residents should monitor NWS information and keep alerts enabled.
Travel and outdoor planning
Monday is the best day for outdoor work and events.
Tuesday afternoon plans should include a way to move indoors.
Wednesday-night travel may be affected by heavy rain, ponding and reduced visibility.
Safety
Never drive through flooded roads.
Go indoors when thunder is heard and stay away from windows during strong storms.
This forecast may change; use official warnings for immediate decisions.
Additional Reporting By: National Weather Service Indianapolis; National Weather Service Point Forecast; NOAA Weather Prediction Center; and National Weather Service Hazardous Weather Outlook.