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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 64 degrees, low of 61 degrees. Looks like Mother Nature is giving us a bit of a mixed bag today here in Bloomington! ☔🌦️ We’re starting off the day with some showers likely, and as we move into the afternoon, we might even hear a few rumbles of thunder after 2pm. So, grab that umbrella as you head out the door, just to be on the safe side. The temperature will be holding steady around 64, with a gentle east-northeast wind giving us that cozy autumn vibe at about 7 mph. Now, as we move towards the evening, we’re looking at more showers and possibly another round of thunderstorms before 11pm. After that, things might settle into some scattered showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 2am, then just scattered showers after that. Looks like a night where you might want to snuggle up with a good book or a favorite show. Our local spots like Lower Cascades Park and Beanblossom Bottoms might be getting a nice drink from these showers, so our natural beauty will be thriving! 🌿💦🐸 And hey, tomorrow morning might start off with a lingering chance of showers before 10am, but things should gradually clear up. The sky will be mostly cloudy with a high near 76, so it could turn out to be a pleasant day to take a stroll around Sample Gates or catch an exhibit at Grunwald Gallery of Art. 🚪🎭 Remember, folks, always keep an eye on the weather app and adjust your plans accordingly. Stay cozy and dry out there, and maybe enjoy a warm cup of coffee at Nick’s English Hut to brighten up any gloomy moments! 🍻🏀

High: 64°F | Low: 61°F

Looks like Mother Nature is giving us a bit of a mixed bag today here in Bloomington! ☔🌦️

We're starting off the day with some showers likely, and as we move into the afternoon, we might even hear a few rumbles of thunder after 2pm. So, grab that umbrella as you head out the door, just to be on the safe side. The temperature will be holding steady around 64, with a gentle east-northeast wind giving us that cozy autumn vibe at about 7 mph.

Now, as we move towards the evening, we're looking at more showers and possibly another round of thunderstorms before 11pm. After that, things might settle into some scattered showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 2am, then just scattered showers after that. Looks like a night where you might want to snuggle up with a good book or a favorite show.

Our local spots like Lower Cascades Park and Beanblossom Bottoms might be getting a nice drink from these showers, so our natural beauty will be thriving! 🌿💦🐸

And hey, tomorrow morning might start off with a lingering chance of showers before 10am, but things should gradually clear up. The sky will be mostly cloudy with a high near 76, so it could turn out to be a pleasant day to take a stroll around Sample Gates or catch an exhibit at Grunwald Gallery of Art. 🚪🎭

Remember, folks, always keep an eye on the weather app and adjust your plans accordingly. Stay cozy and dry out there, and maybe enjoy a warm cup of coffee at Nick's English Hut to brighten up any gloomy moments! 🍻🏀

Last updated: May 22, 2026 11:30 am

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