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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 61 degrees, low of 60 degrees. Looks like Mother Nature’s got a bit of a mixed bag for us today, Bloomington! 🌦️ The weather forecast is like a box of chocolates—you never know what you’re gonna get! 🍫🌧️ You might want to keep that umbrella handy for the afternoon, as there’s a 30% chance of rain creeping in after 5 pm. The skies seem undecided, staying mostly cloudy with temperatures hovering around a comfy 60 degrees. The wind’s joining the party too, blowing in from the east at around 9 mph, with playful gusts up to 22 mph. Hold onto your hats! 🌬️🧢 As the day dances on, rain and thunderstorms might tap on your window before 4 am, followed by a chance of rain. The overnight temperature holds steady at a cozy 61 degrees, with a breezy south-southeast wind of 15 to 21 mph, showing off gusts as high as 32 mph. Hold onto your porch decorations! 🌧️🌙 Waking up tomorrow, there’s still a 20% chance of rain before 8 am, but then the clouds should start to part their ways. The temperature will take a little tumble, falling to around 48 by 5 pm. The wind decides to switch directions, starting from the southwest at 9 to 16 mph and later becoming a north-northwest breeze in the afternoon. Winds might playfully gust up to 26 mph, so make sure your hats and scarves are securely fastened before heading out! 🌬️🧣 So, Bloomington, it’s a day to keep your eyes on the sky and your rain boots ready by the door. Whether you’re strolling around Monroe Lake, admiring the lush greenery at the IU Biology Greenhouse, cheering on the Hoosiers at Assembly Hall, or browsing the unique finds at Gather :handmade shoppe & co:, there’s always a cozy spot for you in our lovely town, rain or shine! Take care out there, and enjoy the day, my friends! ☔️🌳🏀🌈

High: 61°F | Low: 60°F

Looks like Mother Nature's got a bit of a mixed bag for us today, Bloomington! 🌦️ The weather forecast is like a box of chocolates—you never know what you're gonna get! 🍫🌧️

You might want to keep that umbrella handy for the afternoon, as there's a 30% chance of rain creeping in after 5 pm. The skies seem undecided, staying mostly cloudy with temperatures hovering around a comfy 60 degrees. The wind's joining the party too, blowing in from the east at around 9 mph, with playful gusts up to 22 mph. Hold onto your hats! 🌬️🧢

As the day dances on, rain and thunderstorms might tap on your window before 4 am, followed by a chance of rain. The overnight temperature holds steady at a cozy 61 degrees, with a breezy south-southeast wind of 15 to 21 mph, showing off gusts as high as 32 mph. Hold onto your porch decorations! 🌧️🌙

Waking up tomorrow, there's still a 20% chance of rain before 8 am, but then the clouds should start to part their ways. The temperature will take a little tumble, falling to around 48 by 5 pm. The wind decides to switch directions, starting from the southwest at 9 to 16 mph and later becoming a north-northwest breeze in the afternoon. Winds might playfully gust up to 26 mph, so make sure your hats and scarves are securely fastened before heading out! 🌬️🧣

So, Bloomington, it's a day to keep your eyes on the sky and your rain boots ready by the door. Whether you're strolling around Monroe Lake, admiring the lush greenery at the IU Biology Greenhouse, cheering on the Hoosiers at Assembly Hall, or browsing the unique finds at Gather :handmade shoppe & co:, there's always a cozy spot for you in our lovely town, rain or shine! Take care out there, and enjoy the day, my friends! ☔️🌳🏀🌈

Last updated: January 8, 2026 4:33 pm

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