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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 45 degrees, low of 28 degrees. Oh, hey there, neighbor! Let’s take a peek at what the skies have in store for us in our lovely Bloomington today. Looks like we’re starting off with a cozy blanket of clouds, keeping things nice and mild with a high near 45. And hey, a whisper of a west-northwest breeze is rustling through, just enough to ruffle the leaves at Karst Farm Park. Tonight, those clouds will tuck us in snugly, as the temperature dips down to around 28. You might catch a whiff of the crisp night air, carried by a calm wind that’s chatting with the stars over at Kirkwood Observatory. Now, tomorrow is where the sun decides to make an appearance! We’re in for a treat with mostly sunny skies and a high reaching up to 54. Imagine taking a leisurely stroll along Heritage Trail, feeling that gentle southern breeze starting to pick up in the afternoon. It’s like Mother Nature is inviting us out for a springtime dance! So, grab your sunglasses and maybe a light jacket, and let’s savor this beautiful day together. Whether you’re out exploring Cedar Bluffs Nature Preserve or soaking in the serenity of Monroe Lake, it’s shaping up to be a picture-perfect day in our little corner of the world. Enjoy every moment, my friends! β˜€οΈπŸŒ³πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ

High: 45Β°F | Low: 28Β°F

Oh, hey there, neighbor! Let's take a peek at what the skies have in store for us in our lovely Bloomington today. Looks like we're starting off with a cozy blanket of clouds, keeping things nice and mild with a high near 45. And hey, a whisper of a west-northwest breeze is rustling through, just enough to ruffle the leaves at Karst Farm Park.

Tonight, those clouds will tuck us in snugly, as the temperature dips down to around 28. You might catch a whiff of the crisp night air, carried by a calm wind that's chatting with the stars over at Kirkwood Observatory.

Now, tomorrow is where the sun decides to make an appearance! We're in for a treat with mostly sunny skies and a high reaching up to 54. Imagine taking a leisurely stroll along Heritage Trail, feeling that gentle southern breeze starting to pick up in the afternoon. It's like Mother Nature is inviting us out for a springtime dance!

So, grab your sunglasses and maybe a light jacket, and let's savor this beautiful day together. Whether you're out exploring Cedar Bluffs Nature Preserve or soaking in the serenity of Monroe Lake, it's shaping up to be a picture-perfect day in our little corner of the world. Enjoy every moment, my friends! β˜€οΈπŸŒ³πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ

Last updated: February 12, 2026 4:30 pm

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