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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 50 degrees, low of 35 degrees. So, as I sip my coffee and glance out the window, it looks like today’s weather is playing a bit of peek-a-boo with the sun. We’re starting off mostly cloudy, but don’t worry—it’s like waiting on a friend who’s always late but worth it when they arrive. By the afternoon, we’ll be basking in some sunshine with temperatures climbing to a cozy 50 degrees. Perfect for a little stroll around downtown or maybe stopping by Greetings on Kirkwood to snag that quirky IU mug you’ve been eyeing 🎁. Now, if you’re planning to head out for an early dinner at The Trojan Horse, maybe to indulge in one of their legendary gyros 🥙, you might want to keep that light jacket handy. The evening’s dipping down to about 35 degrees, and there’s a slight breeze coming from the east. It’s the kind of crisp air that makes you appreciate a warm cup of something or maybe a hot falafel. Tomorrow, though, promises to be one of those lovely Bloomington days. We’re looking at mostly sunny skies and temperatures edging up to a lovely 67. A perfect excuse to grab a donut at Rainbow Bakery and take a leisurely walk over to Memorial Stadium. You can almost feel the tailgate vibes in the air, even if the Hoosiers aren’t playing. So, it sounds like a good day to enjoy those layered outfits we Midwesterners know so well. You know, the kind you start off wearing in the morning and end up carrying by the afternoon 😊.

High: 50°F | Low: 35°F

So, as I sip my coffee and glance out the window, it looks like today’s weather is playing a bit of peek-a-boo with the sun. We’re starting off mostly cloudy, but don’t worry—it’s like waiting on a friend who's always late but worth it when they arrive. By the afternoon, we'll be basking in some sunshine with temperatures climbing to a cozy 50 degrees. Perfect for a little stroll around downtown or maybe stopping by Greetings on Kirkwood to snag that quirky IU mug you've been eyeing 🎁.

Now, if you’re planning to head out for an early dinner at The Trojan Horse, maybe to indulge in one of their legendary gyros 🥙, you might want to keep that light jacket handy. The evening’s dipping down to about 35 degrees, and there's a slight breeze coming from the east. It’s the kind of crisp air that makes you appreciate a warm cup of something or maybe a hot falafel.

Tomorrow, though, promises to be one of those lovely Bloomington days. We’re looking at mostly sunny skies and temperatures edging up to a lovely 67. A perfect excuse to grab a donut at Rainbow Bakery and take a leisurely walk over to Memorial Stadium. You can almost feel the tailgate vibes in the air, even if the Hoosiers aren’t playing.

So, it sounds like a good day to enjoy those layered outfits we Midwesterners know so well. You know, the kind you start off wearing in the morning and end up carrying by the afternoon 😊.

Last updated: April 7, 2026 5:15 am

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