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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 69 degrees, low of 59 degrees. Peeking out the window here in Bloomington, it looks like one of those days where you might want to keep your raincoat handy. The sky’s a bit moody, perfect for a cozy morning at The Runcible Spoon with a warm mug of coffee and maybe a stack of pancakes 🍳☕. We’ve got showers rolling in, and they’re likely to stick around most of the day, so if you’re planning a stroll on Clear Creek Trail, I’d suggest bringing along an umbrella 🌧️. It’s not all gloom, though—temperatures are steady around 69, so it’s not too chilly out there. You might hear a rumble or two of thunder, nothing too wild, but a good reason to hunker down with a good book 📚 or maybe pop into the WonderLab with the kiddos for some indoor fun 🔬. By evening, it’ll still be a bit damp, so it might be best to keep those outdoor evening plans flexible. If you’re thinking about a late-night run to the Quarry, well, remember it’s closed anyway 🪨⛔, plus it might get a bit stormy after dark. The temps will dip to around 59, so it’s a nice, cool night to snuggle up at home. Tomorrow, the sun’s trying to make a comeback, peeking through the clouds with temps aiming for the low 80s. It could be a great day for some porch-sitting, unless those winds decide to get a bit rowdy. They’re picking up, so if you’re out and about, hold onto your hats! 🎩 So, it’s a day to play it by ear—pack a raincoat, maybe dodge a few puddles, and enjoy the cozy side of Bloomington’s weather. 😊

High: 69°F | Low: 59°F

Peeking out the window here in Bloomington, it looks like one of those days where you might want to keep your raincoat handy. The sky's a bit moody, perfect for a cozy morning at The Runcible Spoon with a warm mug of coffee and maybe a stack of pancakes 🍳☕. We've got showers rolling in, and they're likely to stick around most of the day, so if you're planning a stroll on Clear Creek Trail, I'd suggest bringing along an umbrella 🌧️.

It’s not all gloom, though—temperatures are steady around 69, so it's not too chilly out there. You might hear a rumble or two of thunder, nothing too wild, but a good reason to hunker down with a good book 📚 or maybe pop into the WonderLab with the kiddos for some indoor fun 🔬.

By evening, it’ll still be a bit damp, so it might be best to keep those outdoor evening plans flexible. If you're thinking about a late-night run to the Quarry, well, remember it’s closed anyway 🪨⛔, plus it might get a bit stormy after dark. The temps will dip to around 59, so it’s a nice, cool night to snuggle up at home.

Tomorrow, the sun’s trying to make a comeback, peeking through the clouds with temps aiming for the low 80s. It could be a great day for some porch-sitting, unless those winds decide to get a bit rowdy. They’re picking up, so if you’re out and about, hold onto your hats! 🎩

So, it’s a day to play it by ear—pack a raincoat, maybe dodge a few puddles, and enjoy the cozy side of Bloomington’s weather. 😊

Last updated: April 1, 2026 4:34 pm

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