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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 77 degrees, low of 64 degrees. Looks like Mother Nature’s giving us a little song and dance today here in Bloomington! 🌦️ We’ve got a mix of sun and clouds to start the day, with a chance of those isolated showers and thunderstorms popping up. So, maybe keep that umbrella handy if you’re heading out for a morning stroll through Bryan Park or a quick coffee run at Hopscotch Coffee. ☕🎾 Temperatures are starting off mild, hovering around 64 degrees, and it looks like they’ll climb up to a pleasant 77 by the afternoon. That’s the kind of weather that makes you want to take a leisurely walk through Beanblossom Bottoms, maybe spot some frogs or just enjoy the peaceful wetlands. 🐸🌿 The winds will be coming in from the west-southwest, giving us a bit of a breeze to keep things feeling fresh. So, if you’re planning a picnic at Bryan Park or a relaxing evening on your porch, you might want to grab a light sweater to stay cozy as the sun starts to set. 🌅 As we head into the night, those clouds will clear out, and we’ll be treated to mostly clear skies with temperatures dipping down to a comfy 57 degrees. Perfect weather to maybe take a stroll around campus or grab a delicious dinner at Siam House for some award-winning Thai cuisine. 🐘🍜 So, all in all, it’s shaping up to be a day where you can enjoy the best of both worlds—some rain, some shine, and plenty of opportunities to soak in the beauty of our Bloomington community. Stay safe, stay dry, and have a wonderful day, neighbors! 🌼

High: 77°F | Low: 64°F

Looks like Mother Nature's giving us a little song and dance today here in Bloomington! 🌦️ We've got a mix of sun and clouds to start the day, with a chance of those isolated showers and thunderstorms popping up. So, maybe keep that umbrella handy if you're heading out for a morning stroll through Bryan Park or a quick coffee run at Hopscotch Coffee. ☕🎾

Temperatures are starting off mild, hovering around 64 degrees, and it looks like they'll climb up to a pleasant 77 by the afternoon. That's the kind of weather that makes you want to take a leisurely walk through Beanblossom Bottoms, maybe spot some frogs or just enjoy the peaceful wetlands. 🐸🌿

The winds will be coming in from the west-southwest, giving us a bit of a breeze to keep things feeling fresh. So, if you're planning a picnic at Bryan Park or a relaxing evening on your porch, you might want to grab a light sweater to stay cozy as the sun starts to set. 🌅

As we head into the night, those clouds will clear out, and we'll be treated to mostly clear skies with temperatures dipping down to a comfy 57 degrees. Perfect weather to maybe take a stroll around campus or grab a delicious dinner at Siam House for some award-winning Thai cuisine. 🐘🍜

So, all in all, it's shaping up to be a day where you can enjoy the best of both worlds—some rain, some shine, and plenty of opportunities to soak in the beauty of our Bloomington community. Stay safe, stay dry, and have a wonderful day, neighbors! 🌼

Last updated: April 22, 2026 5:00 am

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