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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 84 degrees, low of 58 degrees. Looks like Mother Nature is giving us a bit of a mixed bag today in our lovely Bloomington town! 🌦️ We’re starting the day with some increasing clouds and a high near 84—perfect weather to plan a morning stroll down to the Indiana Memorial Union for a cozy cup of coffee with a friend. ☕️ As we move through the day, those calm winds will be shifting to the south at 5 to 8 mph, bringing with them the possibility of scattered showers and thunderstorms. So if you’re heading out for a midday sandwich from The Butcher’s Block, you might want to tuck an umbrella in your bag, just in case. 🥪☔️ Now, as we ease into the evening, it looks like we’ll have some showers likely and possibly even a thunderstorm after 5 pm. The temperature will be falling to around 53 by 5 pm, with those winds picking up a bit from the southwest at around 10 mph. So, if you’re planning a cozy night in with a good book from the local bookstore or maybe a movie from your favorite streaming service, it sounds like the perfect evening for it. 📚🎥 Remember, folks, stay cozy and dry out there, and embrace whatever weather comes our way—it’s all part of the charm of living in our beautiful Bloomington! Stay safe and enjoy your day, no matter what the weather brings. 😊🌧️

High: 84°F | Low: 58°F

Looks like Mother Nature is giving us a bit of a mixed bag today in our lovely Bloomington town! 🌦️ We're starting the day with some increasing clouds and a high near 84—perfect weather to plan a morning stroll down to the Indiana Memorial Union for a cozy cup of coffee with a friend. ☕️

As we move through the day, those calm winds will be shifting to the south at 5 to 8 mph, bringing with them the possibility of scattered showers and thunderstorms. So if you're heading out for a midday sandwich from The Butcher's Block, you might want to tuck an umbrella in your bag, just in case. 🥪☔️

Now, as we ease into the evening, it looks like we'll have some showers likely and possibly even a thunderstorm after 5 pm. The temperature will be falling to around 53 by 5 pm, with those winds picking up a bit from the southwest at around 10 mph. So, if you're planning a cozy night in with a good book from the local bookstore or maybe a movie from your favorite streaming service, it sounds like the perfect evening for it. 📚🎥

Remember, folks, stay cozy and dry out there, and embrace whatever weather comes our way—it's all part of the charm of living in our beautiful Bloomington! Stay safe and enjoy your day, no matter what the weather brings. 😊🌧️

Last updated: April 17, 2026 5:17 am

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