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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 75 degrees, low of 59 degrees. Well, today’s looking a bit like one of those days when the clouds are doing their own little Bloomington dance, isn’t it? 😊 If you’re planning on swinging by the 4th Street International Market for some of those delicious spices or maybe a fresh batch of falafel mix, you might want to tuck a little umbrella in your bag just in case. We’ve got scattered showers flirting with the idea of making an appearance, especially before breakfast, but nothing too dramatic. 🌦️ The afternoon seems pretty friendly with a high around 75 degrees, perfect for a leisurely stroll down Kirkwood Avenue or maybe catching a matinee at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater. You know, it’s one of those “no rush, just enjoy the day” kind of afternoons. As the sun starts to set, it might be nice to grab a seat on your porch with a cup of something warm from Bloomingfoods—whether you’re a coffee or herbal tea person, it’s all good. The evening’s shaping up to be partly cloudy, with a low around 62, which should make for a cozy night in. So, nothing too wild on the weather front, but just enough to keep things interesting. Enjoy the day, neighbor! 🌤️

High: 75°F | Low: 59°F

Well, today’s looking a bit like one of those days when the clouds are doing their own little Bloomington dance, isn’t it? 😊 If you're planning on swinging by the 4th Street International Market for some of those delicious spices or maybe a fresh batch of falafel mix, you might want to tuck a little umbrella in your bag just in case. We've got scattered showers flirting with the idea of making an appearance, especially before breakfast, but nothing too dramatic. 🌦️

The afternoon seems pretty friendly with a high around 75 degrees, perfect for a leisurely stroll down Kirkwood Avenue or maybe catching a matinee at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater. You know, it's one of those "no rush, just enjoy the day" kind of afternoons.

As the sun starts to set, it might be nice to grab a seat on your porch with a cup of something warm from Bloomingfoods—whether you’re a coffee or herbal tea person, it’s all good. The evening's shaping up to be partly cloudy, with a low around 62, which should make for a cozy night in. So, nothing too wild on the weather front, but just enough to keep things interesting. Enjoy the day, neighbor! 🌤️

Last updated: May 23, 2026 5:00 am

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