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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 70 degrees, low of 58 degrees. Oh, hey there, Bloomington friends! Just peeking out the window, and it looks like we’ve got a bit of a mixed bag today. There’s a 30% chance of showers dancing in the forecast, so you might want to tuck that umbrella in your bag if you’re headed out later. The skies are playing a game of peek-a-boo with the sun, with clouds taking center stage for most of the day. Looks like we’ll be hitting a high near 70, so it’s not quite time to break out the scarves just yet. That west southwest wind is planning to tag along at about 7 mph, occasionally showing off with gusts up to 20 mph. As we head into the evening, the clouds are going to start their gradual disappearing act, revealing a low around 44. A cozy night ahead, I’d say. Remember, if you’re thinking of stargazing at Kirkwood Observatory or taking a leisurely stroll through the Wylie House Museum gardens, it might be wise to grab a light jacket. The winds are going to give a gentle nudge throughout the day, so hold onto your hats! Stay cozy and dry out there, Bloomington! Here’s to a day that’s as delightful as a stroll through Little Italy Market. 🌦️🍝

High: 70°F | Low: 58°F

Oh, hey there, Bloomington friends! Just peeking out the window, and it looks like we've got a bit of a mixed bag today. There's a 30% chance of showers dancing in the forecast, so you might want to tuck that umbrella in your bag if you're headed out later.

The skies are playing a game of peek-a-boo with the sun, with clouds taking center stage for most of the day. Looks like we'll be hitting a high near 70, so it's not quite time to break out the scarves just yet. That west southwest wind is planning to tag along at about 7 mph, occasionally showing off with gusts up to 20 mph.

As we head into the evening, the clouds are going to start their gradual disappearing act, revealing a low around 44. A cozy night ahead, I'd say.

Remember, if you're thinking of stargazing at Kirkwood Observatory or taking a leisurely stroll through the Wylie House Museum gardens, it might be wise to grab a light jacket. The winds are going to give a gentle nudge throughout the day, so hold onto your hats!

Stay cozy and dry out there, Bloomington! Here's to a day that's as delightful as a stroll through Little Italy Market. 🌦️🍝

Last updated: May 13, 2026 5:02 am

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