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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 69 degrees, low of 49 degrees. Well, good morning, Bloomington pals! 🌞 Looks like we’ve got a day ahead that’s as sweet as a slice of Hoosier Mama pie. ☕️🥧 Let’s peek out the window and see what Mother Nature has in store for us today. The sun is shining bright like a diamond over the Ballantine Hall Stairs this morning, promising a high near 69 degrees later on. Ah, that gentle south southwest breeze is just perfect for a leisurely stroll around campus or maybe even grabbing a slice at Nick’s English Hut. 🍕🏀 As we head into the evening, expect mostly clear skies with a low around 49. It’ll be so calm that even the ghosts at Dunn Cemetery might take a break from their usual antics. 👻✨ The wind will be whispering softly, becoming south around 5 mph after midnight. Tomorrow’s looking like another winner, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 75. The south southwest wind might kick things up a notch, blowing at 6 to 11 mph with gusts as high as 23 mph. Maybe a good day to try out those Hot Air Balloon Rides over Southern Indiana’s hills for a bird’s eye view of our beautiful town. 🎈🌄 So, my friends, grab your shades and your favorite IU gear, because it’s gonna be a stunning day in our little corner of the world. Remember to savor the little moments, like the gentle flow of the Jordan River or the sound of laughter drifting across campus. Have a fantastic day, Bloomington! 🌳💙

High: 69°F | Low: 49°F

Well, good morning, Bloomington pals! 🌞 Looks like we've got a day ahead that's as sweet as a slice of Hoosier Mama pie. ☕️🥧 Let's peek out the window and see what Mother Nature has in store for us today.

The sun is shining bright like a diamond over the Ballantine Hall Stairs this morning, promising a high near 69 degrees later on. Ah, that gentle south southwest breeze is just perfect for a leisurely stroll around campus or maybe even grabbing a slice at Nick's English Hut. 🍕🏀

As we head into the evening, expect mostly clear skies with a low around 49. It'll be so calm that even the ghosts at Dunn Cemetery might take a break from their usual antics. 👻✨ The wind will be whispering softly, becoming south around 5 mph after midnight.

Tomorrow's looking like another winner, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 75. The south southwest wind might kick things up a notch, blowing at 6 to 11 mph with gusts as high as 23 mph. Maybe a good day to try out those Hot Air Balloon Rides over Southern Indiana's hills for a bird's eye view of our beautiful town. 🎈🌄

So, my friends, grab your shades and your favorite IU gear, because it's gonna be a stunning day in our little corner of the world. Remember to savor the little moments, like the gentle flow of the Jordan River or the sound of laughter drifting across campus. Have a fantastic day, Bloomington! 🌳💙

Last updated: March 19, 2026 4:33 pm

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