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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 65 degrees, low of 40 degrees. Looks like Mother Nature is planning a bit of a show for us today here in Bloomington! 🌦️ We’ve got rain on the horizon, with a chance of those dramatic thunderstorms rolling in after 4 pm. So, if you’re planning to visit the Bloomington Farmers Market this morning, you might want to grab your umbrella before you head out. The veggies and crafts will thank you for the shelter! 🌽🧺 Our high is expected to reach near 65, and the wind will start off calm but will pick up a bit, becoming south 5 to 8 mph in the afternoon. It’s a good reminder to secure those loose papers in your yard before the breeze picks up. 🍃 As we head into the evening, the rain and thunderstorms will continue, so if you’re settling in at Wylie House Museum or planning a cozy night in watching the Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium, make sure you’re all snuggled up nice and warm. 🏈 Temperatures will dip to around 40 overnight, and the rain will taper off to isolated showers between midnight and 1 am. Sounds like a night for some hot cocoa on the porch, don’t you think? ☕️ Tomorrow, we can expect a mix of clouds and sunshine, with a steady temperature around 43. The wind will pick up a bit, coming from the west at 15 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph. So, hold onto your hat if you plan to take a stroll around Dunn Cemetery and keep an eye out for any spooky ghostly occurrences! 👻 It’s always an adventure with our Bloomington weather, so grab your raincoat and let’s embrace whatever the day brings! Stay safe and dry out there, neighbors! 🌦️🌻

High: 65°F | Low: 40°F

Looks like Mother Nature is planning a bit of a show for us today here in Bloomington! 🌦️ We've got rain on the horizon, with a chance of those dramatic thunderstorms rolling in after 4 pm. So, if you're planning to visit the Bloomington Farmers Market this morning, you might want to grab your umbrella before you head out. The veggies and crafts will thank you for the shelter! 🌽🧺

Our high is expected to reach near 65, and the wind will start off calm but will pick up a bit, becoming south 5 to 8 mph in the afternoon. It's a good reminder to secure those loose papers in your yard before the breeze picks up. 🍃

As we head into the evening, the rain and thunderstorms will continue, so if you're settling in at Wylie House Museum or planning a cozy night in watching the Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium, make sure you're all snuggled up nice and warm. 🏈

Temperatures will dip to around 40 overnight, and the rain will taper off to isolated showers between midnight and 1 am. Sounds like a night for some hot cocoa on the porch, don't you think? ☕️

Tomorrow, we can expect a mix of clouds and sunshine, with a steady temperature around 43. The wind will pick up a bit, coming from the west at 15 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph. So, hold onto your hat if you plan to take a stroll around Dunn Cemetery and keep an eye out for any spooky ghostly occurrences! 👻

It's always an adventure with our Bloomington weather, so grab your raincoat and let's embrace whatever the day brings! Stay safe and dry out there, neighbors! 🌦️🌻

Last updated: February 19, 2026 11:30 am

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