INDIANA — After several days of near-record warmth, Indiana is heading into a big pattern change, starting with three straight days of active weather. Severe storms are possible on Wednesday and Thursday, followed by a cold, damp, and very windy Friday. Some areas could see their first freezing temperatures of the 2026–27 cold season by the weekend. Residents should review safety plans and make sure they have more than one way to receive warnings.
Wednesday Storm Risk Focused on Southern Indiana
On Wednesday, October 14, a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) for severe weather covers southern and south-central Indiana. The risk area includes Evansville and communities along the Ohio River.
Strong storms could bring damaging winds and hail. An extremely isolated tornado cannot be ruled out in the strongest storms.
Thursday Risk Expands Across Most of the State
On Thursday, October 15, the Marginal Risk expands to cover nearly all of Indiana. Only the far northern and far southern edges of the state are currently left out.
The risk area includes Indianapolis, Lafayette, Fort Wayne, and much of central Indiana. The threats are the same: damaging winds, hail, and a very isolated tornado.
Windy and Colder on Friday
Friday, October 16, will bring colder, damp, and extremely windy weather across the entire state. Gusts of 30 to 40 mph are possible on the back side of the low-pressure system…