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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 78 degrees, low of 64 degrees. Well, as I gaze out the window this morning with my mug in hand, it looks like our day is dressed in its rainy best. 🌧️ We’re in for some showers and maybe a bit of thunder drama before lunchtime. Perfect day to cozy up with a book from Wells Library—just watch out for those sinking floors! 📚⬇️ After noon, you might notice the rain playing hide and seek for a bit, but it seems like it wants to stick around. If you’re planning to grab a bite at The Owlery, maybe keep your raincoat handy. You know how those raindrops love to surprise us just when we’re thinking it’s clear. 🌦️ Temperatures are feeling pretty comfy, with a high near 78, so if you’re like me and love a good porch sit, maybe save it for a day without the rain interruptions. The winds are having a bit of fun too, occasionally gusting—just enough to make holding onto your hat a good idea if you’re wandering around the Sample Gates. 🚪 As evening rolls in, the rain might still be tapping on your window here and there, but things should calm down. If you’re a night owl, you might even enjoy a quiet stroll through Lower Cascades Park under the mostly cloudy sky. Just a gentle reminder to keep an eye on those puddles. 🌿💦 By tomorrow, we should see more of the sun making a comeback and temps warming up to around 87. Perfect for a trip to the Bloomington Farm Stop Collective to pick up some local goodies—maybe a fresh veggie haul for a sunny salad. 🥕🥗 So, keep your umbrella close today, and embrace the cozy indoors. There’s a certain charm to a rainy day, don’t you think? 😊

High: 78°F | Low: 64°F

Well, as I gaze out the window this morning with my mug in hand, it looks like our day is dressed in its rainy best. 🌧️ We're in for some showers and maybe a bit of thunder drama before lunchtime. Perfect day to cozy up with a book from Wells Library—just watch out for those sinking floors! 📚⬇️

After noon, you might notice the rain playing hide and seek for a bit, but it seems like it wants to stick around. If you're planning to grab a bite at The Owlery, maybe keep your raincoat handy. You know how those raindrops love to surprise us just when we're thinking it's clear. 🌦️

Temperatures are feeling pretty comfy, with a high near 78, so if you're like me and love a good porch sit, maybe save it for a day without the rain interruptions. The winds are having a bit of fun too, occasionally gusting—just enough to make holding onto your hat a good idea if you're wandering around the Sample Gates. 🚪

As evening rolls in, the rain might still be tapping on your window here and there, but things should calm down. If you're a night owl, you might even enjoy a quiet stroll through Lower Cascades Park under the mostly cloudy sky. Just a gentle reminder to keep an eye on those puddles. 🌿💦

By tomorrow, we should see more of the sun making a comeback and temps warming up to around 87. Perfect for a trip to the Bloomington Farm Stop Collective to pick up some local goodies—maybe a fresh veggie haul for a sunny salad. 🥕🥗

So, keep your umbrella close today, and embrace the cozy indoors. There's a certain charm to a rainy day, don’t you think? 😊

Last updated: May 16, 2026 11:31 am

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