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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 77 degrees, low of 46 degrees. Looks like we’ve got a bit of a weather cocktail brewing today, Bloomington! 🍹☀️🌦️ Starting off partly sunny with a high near 77—sounds like a fine excuse to swing by La Bonita for a sunny lunch on their outdoor patio. 🇲🇽🌮 And hey, keep an eye on those gusts—it might just give Trombone Guy a run for his money! 🎺💨 As the day waltzes on, we’ll see those clouds roll in for a cozy evening. Perfect excuse to pick up some prime cuts from The Butcher’s Block and fire up the grill for a backyard BBQ. 🥩🍔 Tonight, expect a low around 46 with a light and variable west wind, giving us a chance to snuggle up with a good book or catch a glimpse of the stars over the IU Campus. 📚✨ Tomorrow, we’ll start off mostly cloudy but don’t worry, the sun will come out to play, with a high near 74. It’s like the weather can’t decide whether it wants to nap in or go for a stroll! ☀️🚶‍♀️ So, grab your shades, pick a spot under the Captain Janeway Statue, and savor the day, Bloomington. And remember, as always, stay safe, stay cozy, and keep an eye out for those surprise gusts! 🌬️😊

High: 77°F | Low: 46°F

Looks like we've got a bit of a weather cocktail brewing today, Bloomington! 🍹☀️🌦️

Starting off partly sunny with a high near 77—sounds like a fine excuse to swing by La Bonita for a sunny lunch on their outdoor patio. 🇲🇽🌮 And hey, keep an eye on those gusts—it might just give Trombone Guy a run for his money! 🎺💨

As the day waltzes on, we'll see those clouds roll in for a cozy evening. Perfect excuse to pick up some prime cuts from The Butcher's Block and fire up the grill for a backyard BBQ. 🥩🍔

Tonight, expect a low around 46 with a light and variable west wind, giving us a chance to snuggle up with a good book or catch a glimpse of the stars over the IU Campus. 📚✨

Tomorrow, we'll start off mostly cloudy but don't worry, the sun will come out to play, with a high near 74. It's like the weather can't decide whether it wants to nap in or go for a stroll! ☀️🚶‍♀️

So, grab your shades, pick a spot under the Captain Janeway Statue, and savor the day, Bloomington. And remember, as always, stay safe, stay cozy, and keep an eye out for those surprise gusts! 🌬️😊

Last updated: March 20, 2026 5:16 am

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