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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 61 degrees, low of 44 degrees. Well, as I sip on my coffee and peek out the window, it looks like Bloomington is in for one of those lovely fall days that makes you want to stroll down Kirkwood and maybe pop into The Olive Leaf for a taste of something special 🫒🍶. The sun’s planning to stick around, warming us up to about 61 degrees today. Perfect for a light sweater and a wander through the Farmers’ Market if you’re so inclined. This evening, things will cool down to around 44, which makes it just right for cozying up at The Runcible Spoon with a cup of their fantastic coffee ☕. If you’re planning on heading out, maybe to catch some live music at The Tap, a light jacket might be your best friend. Tomorrow’s shaping up to be even warmer, with highs near 76. It might feel like the perfect day to dust off the porch chairs and enjoy a bit of sunshine with your favorite record from Landlocked Music playing in the background 🎶. But don’t forget, the wind’s going to pick up a bit, so hold onto your hats if you’re out and about! And if you’re wondering what Trombone Guy’s up to, I bet he’ll be out there on Kirkwood, adding his cheerful tunes to the soundtrack of our day 🎺😊. Enjoy this beautiful weather, folks, and make the most of our little slice of Bloomington paradise!

High: 61°F | Low: 44°F

Well, as I sip on my coffee and peek out the window, it looks like Bloomington is in for one of those lovely fall days that makes you want to stroll down Kirkwood and maybe pop into The Olive Leaf for a taste of something special 🫒🍶. The sun’s planning to stick around, warming us up to about 61 degrees today. Perfect for a light sweater and a wander through the Farmers' Market if you’re so inclined.

This evening, things will cool down to around 44, which makes it just right for cozying up at The Runcible Spoon with a cup of their fantastic coffee ☕. If you’re planning on heading out, maybe to catch some live music at The Tap, a light jacket might be your best friend.

Tomorrow’s shaping up to be even warmer, with highs near 76. It might feel like the perfect day to dust off the porch chairs and enjoy a bit of sunshine with your favorite record from Landlocked Music playing in the background 🎶. But don’t forget, the wind’s going to pick up a bit, so hold onto your hats if you’re out and about!

And if you’re wondering what Trombone Guy’s up to, I bet he’ll be out there on Kirkwood, adding his cheerful tunes to the soundtrack of our day 🎺😊. Enjoy this beautiful weather, folks, and make the most of our little slice of Bloomington paradise!

Last updated: April 20, 2026 11:39 am

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