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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 82 degrees, low of 59 degrees. Well, peeking out the window this morning, it looks like Bloomington’s serving up a postcard-perfect day. We’ve got sunny skies and the kind of crisp air that makes you want to take a stroll along the ridge trail at Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve. If you’re a fan of birdwatching, it might be a good day to bring your binoculars and see what feathered friends are about 🪶. This afternoon, though, you might want to have an umbrella handy if you’re planning to grab a coffee or browse records at Landlocked Music 🎶. There’s a 30% chance we’ll see some showers pop up after 4 PM. It’s the kind of unpredictable weather that makes me think of that old Hoosier saying: “If you don’t like the weather, just wait a few minutes.” With a high near 82 degrees, it feels like perfect porch-sitting weather 😊. A gentle west-northwest breeze will keep things pleasant, though you might notice a bit of a gust now and then trying to ruffle your hair or scatter your picnic napkins. By evening, the sky will clear again, with temperatures dipping down to a comfy 59 degrees. Feels like a nice evening for a sunset paddle on Monroe Lake 🌅 or maybe just a leisurely walk along the Jordan River on campus. So, whether you’re catching an exhibit at WonderLab or just relaxing in your backyard with a good book, it’s a day to savor. Enjoy the day, neighbor!

High: 82°F | Low: 59°F

Well, peeking out the window this morning, it looks like Bloomington's serving up a postcard-perfect day. We’ve got sunny skies and the kind of crisp air that makes you want to take a stroll along the ridge trail at Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve. If you’re a fan of birdwatching, it might be a good day to bring your binoculars and see what feathered friends are about 🪶.

This afternoon, though, you might want to have an umbrella handy if you're planning to grab a coffee or browse records at Landlocked Music 🎶. There's a 30% chance we’ll see some showers pop up after 4 PM. It's the kind of unpredictable weather that makes me think of that old Hoosier saying: "If you don’t like the weather, just wait a few minutes."

With a high near 82 degrees, it feels like perfect porch-sitting weather 😊. A gentle west-northwest breeze will keep things pleasant, though you might notice a bit of a gust now and then trying to ruffle your hair or scatter your picnic napkins. By evening, the sky will clear again, with temperatures dipping down to a comfy 59 degrees. Feels like a nice evening for a sunset paddle on Monroe Lake 🌅 or maybe just a leisurely walk along the Jordan River on campus.

So, whether you’re catching an exhibit at WonderLab or just relaxing in your backyard with a good book, it’s a day to savor. Enjoy the day, neighbor!

Last updated: June 12, 2026 4:30 pm

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