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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 71 degrees, low of 45 degrees. Looks like we’ve got a sunny day ahead, Bloomington! 🌞🌼 Soak up that Vitamin D because we’re looking at a high near 71. A gentle west wind of around 9 mph might give us a little breeze, with some gusts up to 18 mph. It’s the kind of day that makes you want to grab a book and head to The Arboretum for a peaceful afternoon among the blooms and butterflies. 🦋📚 Tonight, we’re in for a treat with mostly clear skies and a low around 45. A calm north-northeast wind at 3 to 6 mph will keep things feeling crisp and fresh. Perfect for a cozy dinner at Janko’s Little Zagreb with loved ones. 🥂🥩 As we roll into tomorrow, get ready for even more sunshine with a high near 78. The wind will start light and variable but will pick up a bit later, becoming west-southwest at 5 to 10 mph. Keep an eye out for gusts up to 20 mph—might feel like a mini rollercoaster ride, but nothing too wild! Maybe a good day to grab brunch at The Runcible Spoon followed by a leisurely stroll through the Sample Gates. 🍳☕ So, folks, it’s shaping up to be a lovely stretch of weather here in our corner of Indiana. Enjoy the sunshine, embrace the breeze, and savor these beautiful moments in our charming town. Have a fantastic day, Bloomington! 🌳🏡

High: 71°F | Low: 45°F

Looks like we've got a sunny day ahead, Bloomington! 🌞🌼 Soak up that Vitamin D because we're looking at a high near 71. A gentle west wind of around 9 mph might give us a little breeze, with some gusts up to 18 mph. It's the kind of day that makes you want to grab a book and head to The Arboretum for a peaceful afternoon among the blooms and butterflies. 🦋📚

Tonight, we're in for a treat with mostly clear skies and a low around 45. A calm north-northeast wind at 3 to 6 mph will keep things feeling crisp and fresh. Perfect for a cozy dinner at Janko's Little Zagreb with loved ones. 🥂🥩

As we roll into tomorrow, get ready for even more sunshine with a high near 78. The wind will start light and variable but will pick up a bit later, becoming west-southwest at 5 to 10 mph. Keep an eye out for gusts up to 20 mph—might feel like a mini rollercoaster ride, but nothing too wild! Maybe a good day to grab brunch at The Runcible Spoon followed by a leisurely stroll through the Sample Gates. 🍳☕

So, folks, it's shaping up to be a lovely stretch of weather here in our corner of Indiana. Enjoy the sunshine, embrace the breeze, and savor these beautiful moments in our charming town. Have a fantastic day, Bloomington! 🌳🏡

Last updated: May 11, 2026 4:30 pm

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