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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 64 degrees, low of 41 degrees. Oh, hey there, Bloomington! Just peeking out the window and checking the weather app between sips of my morning coffee. Looks like we’ve got a mix of sun and clouds on the menu for today, with a high near 64—perfect weather for a stroll along the Limestone Greenway or maybe a visit to the Bloomington Farmers Market for some local goodies. 🌤️🍓 Now, don’t be surprised if you feel a bit of a breeze today, as the northwest wind might be feeling a tad playful, blowing at around 8 to 11 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph. So, hold onto your hats if you’re out and about! After all, we don’t want anyone chasing their hat down Kirkwood Avenue. 😄🌬️ As we head into the evening, the clouds are going to gradually give way to clearer skies, and the temperature will dip to around 41 degrees. It might be a good night to cozy up with a blanket at Lower Cascades Park for a peaceful evening by the creek. 🌙🌳 And looking ahead, tomorrow is shaping up to be another lovely day, with plenty of sunshine and a high near 63. You might want to grab a light jacket before heading out, as the northwest wind will be around 5 to 8 mph. It’s the kind of day that just begs for a picnic at Lower Cascades Park or a leisurely browse through Cherry Canary Vintage Clothing for some unique finds. 👗🌞 So, my dear Bloomington neighbors, it’s a day to enjoy the simple pleasures that our lovely town has to offer. Stay cozy, stay safe, and soak up all the beauty that surrounds us today. Take care, and I’ll catch you later with more updates. ☕🌳🌼

High: 64°F | Low: 41°F

Oh, hey there, Bloomington! Just peeking out the window and checking the weather app between sips of my morning coffee. Looks like we've got a mix of sun and clouds on the menu for today, with a high near 64—perfect weather for a stroll along the Limestone Greenway or maybe a visit to the Bloomington Farmers Market for some local goodies. 🌤️🍓

Now, don't be surprised if you feel a bit of a breeze today, as the northwest wind might be feeling a tad playful, blowing at around 8 to 11 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph. So, hold onto your hats if you're out and about! After all, we don't want anyone chasing their hat down Kirkwood Avenue. 😄🌬️

As we head into the evening, the clouds are going to gradually give way to clearer skies, and the temperature will dip to around 41 degrees. It might be a good night to cozy up with a blanket at Lower Cascades Park for a peaceful evening by the creek. 🌙🌳

And looking ahead, tomorrow is shaping up to be another lovely day, with plenty of sunshine and a high near 63. You might want to grab a light jacket before heading out, as the northwest wind will be around 5 to 8 mph. It's the kind of day that just begs for a picnic at Lower Cascades Park or a leisurely browse through Cherry Canary Vintage Clothing for some unique finds. 👗🌞

So, my dear Bloomington neighbors, it's a day to enjoy the simple pleasures that our lovely town has to offer. Stay cozy, stay safe, and soak up all the beauty that surrounds us today. Take care, and I'll catch you later with more updates. ☕🌳🌼

Last updated: April 29, 2026 11:30 am

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