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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 79 degrees, low of 67 degrees. You know, today’s one of those days where the weather can’t seem to make up its mind. As we sip our coffee and gaze out the window, you might notice those clouds looking a bit moody. It’s mostly cloudy, with temperatures hanging out around 67 degrees this morning. If you’re planning to pop over to Janko’s Little Zagreb for lunch, maybe bring a raincoat just in case those scattered showers decide to join you. 😊 By the time we hit the afternoon, things might get a bit more lively in the sky. We could see some thunderstorms rolling through, especially before 1 PM and then again after 3 PM. So, if you’re thinking about a stroll through The Arboretum to enjoy the blooms, maybe aim for that sweet spot in between. 🌼🦋 With a high near 79, it’s still warm enough to feel like a porch-sitting kind of day, if you don’t mind the occasional gust of wind giving you a little nudge. Those winds are coming from the south-southwest, around 9 mph, with some gusts up to 18 mph—enough to remind you that nature’s got a bit of pep in its step today. As evening rolls in, you might want to cozy up at The Tap with a craft beer in hand. 🍻 The rain chances stick around into the night, so it’s a good time to enjoy some indoor cheer. And if you’re out late, maybe checking out the lights at “OT 987,” keep an umbrella handy. The showers could pop up again after 3 AM, with a low around 64 degrees. So, there you have it—an unpredictable day full of little weather surprises. Keep a weather eye out, and maybe an umbrella in the trunk, just to be safe. 😊

High: 79°F | Low: 67°F

You know, today’s one of those days where the weather can’t seem to make up its mind. As we sip our coffee and gaze out the window, you might notice those clouds looking a bit moody. It’s mostly cloudy, with temperatures hanging out around 67 degrees this morning. If you’re planning to pop over to Janko's Little Zagreb for lunch, maybe bring a raincoat just in case those scattered showers decide to join you. 😊

By the time we hit the afternoon, things might get a bit more lively in the sky. We could see some thunderstorms rolling through, especially before 1 PM and then again after 3 PM. So, if you’re thinking about a stroll through The Arboretum to enjoy the blooms, maybe aim for that sweet spot in between. 🌼🦋

With a high near 79, it’s still warm enough to feel like a porch-sitting kind of day, if you don’t mind the occasional gust of wind giving you a little nudge. Those winds are coming from the south-southwest, around 9 mph, with some gusts up to 18 mph—enough to remind you that nature’s got a bit of pep in its step today.

As evening rolls in, you might want to cozy up at The Tap with a craft beer in hand. 🍻 The rain chances stick around into the night, so it’s a good time to enjoy some indoor cheer. And if you’re out late, maybe checking out the lights at "OT 987," keep an umbrella handy. The showers could pop up again after 3 AM, with a low around 64 degrees.

So, there you have it—an unpredictable day full of little weather surprises. Keep a weather eye out, and maybe an umbrella in the trunk, just to be safe. 😊

Last updated: April 3, 2026 5:06 am

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